CODE 68323 ACADEMIC YEAR 2024/2025 CREDITS 1 cfu anno 3 ORTOTTICA ED ASSISTENZA OFTALMOLOGICA 9283 (L/SNT2) - GENOVA SCIENTIFIC DISCIPLINARY SECTOR MED/50 LANGUAGE Italian TEACHING LOCATION GENOVA SEMESTER 2° Semester MODULES Questo insegnamento è un modulo di: PSYCHO-VISUAL REHABILITATION II TEACHING MATERIALS AULAWEB OVERVIEW The goal of this course is to expose students to the scientific method and good clinical practice (GCP), and to introduce concepts of medical statistics, which constitutes the basis to be able to read and discuss the scientific literature, participate to the scientific debate, and design and conduct a clinical study. AIMS AND CONTENT LEARNING OUTCOMES To read and interpret the scientific literature; to design, conduct and present a clinical study. AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES This course aims to expose students to the scientific method, the guidelines for good clinical practice, and the basics of medical statistics. Learning outcomes will include the ability to critically read and interpret a scientific article, participate in scientific debate, be involved in the design of a clinical study, analyze data, and draw conclusions. TEACHING METHODS Lectures with the aid of computer supports and debate. SYLLABUS/CONTENT The Scientific Method: Motivation, History, and Examples Research protocols and study designs The role of medical statistics Data presentation and interpretation Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines Analysis and discussion of scientific publications RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY The lecturer will share his slides with students. Additional textbooks might be suggested during the class to delve further into specific topics. TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD MAURO COSTAGLI Ricevimento: The lecturer is available by appointment, either in person at the University Department (DINOGMI, Neurological Clinic) or onine (for example, via Teams or Meet). Exam Board FEDERICA BARBIERI (President) LUCA BAGNASCO MAURO COSTAGLI MICHELA SACCHEGGIANI CARLO ALBERTO CUTOLO (Exam Board Member of Integrated Course) LESSONS LESSONS START The lessons will take place in the first semester. The class schedule will be available at the following link: https://easyacademy.unige.it › portalestudenti Class schedule The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy EXAMS EXAM DESCRIPTION Oral discussion on the topics covered during the lectures. Students with Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) or other certified special educational needs can arrange an alternative exam modality by contacting Professors Costagli and Girtler at least 10 days before the exam. ASSESSMENT METHODS The exam will cover the topics discussed in class and will assess the student's ability to present and delve into the material. The student must demonstrate the ability to describe the steps of the scientific method, discuss different types of clinical study designs, understand the fundamental principles of good clinical practice, and be familiar with the different types of scientific publications. Students who do not obtain a score of at least 18 points out of 30 will not pass the exam. Exam schedule Data appello Orario Luogo Degree type Note 27/01/2025 12:00 GENOVA Orale 13/02/2025 12:00 GENOVA Orale 05/06/2025 12:00 GENOVA Orale 30/06/2025 12:00 GENOVA Orale 11/09/2025 12:00 GENOVA Orale