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Adapting Methods in Concept Papers

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Adapting Methods in Concept Papers

The document provides answer keys for three assignments related to research projects, protocols, and publication ethics. Each assignment includes multiple-choice questions with the correct answers indicated in bold. The content covers essential aspects of writing concept papers, research protocols, and ethical considerations in publishing research findings.

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Answer keys for Assignment 21: Preparing a concept paper for research projects

(The correct answer is underlined in bold text)

1. References need to be written following standard guidelines such as International Committee


of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE)
a. True
b. False

2. Which of the following needs to be spelt out in “Expected benefits” section of the concept
proposal?
a. Expected outputs that the study will generate with timeline
b. Proposed immediate action based on research findings
c. How this research may set agenda for further research
d. All of the above

3. Budget estimate is not mandatory in the concept papers. However, it would be very useful to
prepare an indicative budget
a. True
b. False

4. Advantages of writing a concept paper include


a. You may be able to organize your ideas
b. It gives an opportunity to stand out and receive a positive response from reviewers
c. You are sure to get funding
d. ‘a’ and ‘b’

5. The elements of the methods section in the concept proposal needs to be adapted according to
the study design chosen
a. True
b. False

6. The initial outline of the research protocol


a. Concept paper
b. Abstract
c. Poster presentation
d. All of the above

7. Which among the following is not a component of concept paper?


a. Background and Justification
b. Objectives and Methods
c. Expected benefits, Key references and Budget
d. Conclusion

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8. The ethics section of the concept proposal should include information about
a. Key measures taken to protect the study participants
b. The ethics committee to which the study will be submitted for approval
c. Scientific committee that will review the study
d. ‘a’ and ‘b’

9. Which of the following is NOT true about references in the concept paper?
a. We can cite references in Introduction and Methods section
b. It is important to write references following standard guidelines
c. Statements should be linked to references
d. We can have as many references as possible

10. While writing the concept papers for intervention studies, the methods section must have the
following details
a. Primary and secondary outcome definitions
b. Randomization, sequence allocation and allocation concealment
c. Dose, frequency, nature of Intervention
d. All of the above

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Answer keys for Assignment 22: Elements of a protocol for research studies
(The correct answer is underlined in bold text)

1. Inclusion and exclusion criteria should be included under the following section in the
protocol
a. Sampling
b. Study Population
c. Study design
d. Sample size

2. The details regarding data quality assurance should be written in the following section in the
protocol
a. Data collection
b. Data analysis
c. Project implementation
d. Data entry

3. Study participants willingness to participate in the study is obtained by


a. Informed consent
b. Oral commitment
c. Willingness not necessary
d. None of the above

4. The paragraph which explains how the objectives lead to indicators


a. Introduction
b. Study design
c. Budget
d. Objectives

5. The following annexure in the study protocol deals with toxicity management
a. Study management
b. Standard operating procedures
c. Consent forms
d. Adverse event management form

6. Study population, sample size and sampling are included in the following section of the
protocol
a. Introduction
b. Methods
c. Objectives
d. Expected Benefits

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7. First step for writing a successful protocol
a. Write a one page concept paper
b. Identify topic, research question and objectives
c. Write a draft protocol
d. Seek ethics approval

8. Human participant protection paragraph addresses all except


a. Confidentiality
b. Risks
c. Compensation
d. Sample size calculation

9. Description of the intervention is essential in a research protocol for


a. Experimental study
b. Case-control study
c. Cohort study
d. Cross-sectional study
10. Key outcomes and exposures should be explained under
a. Data analysis
b. Data Collection tools
c. Sampling
d. Operational definitions

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Answer keys for Assignment 23: Publication ethics
(The correct answer is underlined in bold text)

1. All of the following statements regarding research publications are correct, Except

a. Publishing paper is important for getting promotion in academic institutions


b. Publishing research findings help to identify the research gaps
c. Negative findings in a research should not be published
d. Publishing research findings improves the credibility of a researcher

2. Which of the following is incorrect about authorship?


a. Authorship confers credit, implies responsibility and accountability of the published work
b. International Committee of Medical Journal Editors recommends criteria on authorship
c. It is mandatory to declare the contribution of each author
d. It is not mandatory that all authors should approve the final version of the
manuscript

3. Which of the following is false about plagiarism?


a. It can be copying and pasting of contents from a published manuscript
b. It can be copying someone’s idea
c. It is not considered as a serious publication misconduct
d. ‘Urkund’ is one of the software used to check plagiarism

4. Which of the following organizations directly deals with publication ethics?


a. Indian Medical Association (IMA)
b. Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE)
c. World Health Organization (WHO)
d. Joint National Committee (JNC)

5. All clinical trials in India should be registered with Clinical Trial Registry of India.
a. True
b. False

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6. All the following help in reducing ethical issues associated with research publication,
EXCEPT-
a. Obtaining the institutional ethics committee permission
b. Including a guest author to improve the acceptance of the manuscript
c. Obtaining permission from the copyright holder to reproduce a figure
d. Declaring familial relationship between an author and the CEO of the funding agency

7. Which of the following is NOT an example of publication misconduct?


a. Plagiarism
b. Ghost authorship
c. Data fabrication
d. Conflict of interest

8. Which of the following is INCORRECT about publishing research finding?


a. Publication often helps in career progression and academic promotion
b. It is a way to communicate research findings with the peer groups
c. Conflicts of interest can be suppressed as it has implication in study findings
d. It identifies research gaps

9. Which of the following is recommended to avoid plagiarism in a research publication?


a. Give compensation to the original author
b. Cite the reference
c. Do not acknowledge an unpublished work
d. Rephrase the content without reference

10. State whether true or false. The first author is mostly responsible for addressing the
comments received from the reviewers of the journal.
a. True
b. False

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Suppressing conflicts of interest in research publications can severely undermine the credibility of the research findings and damage the trust in scientific communication. It can lead to biased results being presented as objective, misinforming the academic community and the public. Transparency about conflicts of interest is essential to maintain trust and integrity in research .

The statement that negative findings should not be published is misleading and detrimental to research integrity and advancement. Publishing negative findings is crucial as it contributes to the body of knowledge, helping to prevent duplication of effort and allowing for a more comprehensive understanding of a research area, thereby fostering transparency and innovation .

Including the Expected Benefits section in a concept paper is important because it delineates the anticipated outputs of the study along with their timelines, proposes immediate actions based on research findings, and explains how the research might set the agenda for further studies. This comprehensive approach ensures that stakeholders understand the value and impact of the research .

Informed consent is crucial for obtaining willingness to participate because it ensures that participants are fully aware of the nature of the study, its risks, and benefits before agreeing to participate. This process respects participants' autonomy and upholds ethical standards in research .

Plagiarism software like Urkund plays a critical role in maintaining publication ethics by detecting similarities between new submissions and existing works. This helps authors and journals to identify and address potential plagiarism issues before publication, ensuring that the integrity and originality of published research are upheld .

Inclusion and exclusion criteria guide the selection of study participants by defining who is eligible to participate in the research. This directly impacts the sampling process by ensuring that the sample is representative of the population being studied, thus enhancing the validity and reliability of the research outcomes .

Following standard guidelines such as the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) for writing references in a concept paper is necessary to maintain consistency, credibility, and professionalism in academic writing. It ensures that references are consistently applied, making it easier to link statements and conclusions to supporting literature .

Writing a concept paper offers several advantages such as organizing ideas clearly and standing out to receive a positive response from reviewers. Although it does not guarantee funding, presenting a well-structured concept paper can significantly improve the chances of securing it by demonstrating a clear plan and understanding of the research goals and methods .

Including key measures to protect study participants enhances the ethics section of a concept proposal by demonstrating the researcher's commitment to participant safety, privacy, and rights. This includes detailing informed consent processes and specifying the ethics committee overseeing the study, contributing to the study's credibility and adherence to ethical standards .

The elements of the methods section in a concept paper need to be adapted according to the study design chosen. This ensures that the research methodology is not only applicable but also effective in addressing the specific research questions or hypotheses presented .

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