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.
To read and interpret the scientific literature; to design, conduct and present a clinical study.
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.
Lectures with the aid of computer supports and debate.
Students with Specific Learning Disorders (SLD) or other certified special educational needs shall contact the instructor and the School/Department's disability coordinator at the beginning of the course to agree on any teaching methods that, while respecting the course objectives, take into account individual learning styles.
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
The lecturer will share his slides with students. Additional textbooks might be suggested during the class to delve further into specific topics.
Ricevimento: Prof. Costagli is available by appointment (to be agreed via e-mail), either in person at the University Department or online (for example, via Teams or Meet).
The lessons will take place in the first semester. The class schedule will be available at the following link: https://easyacademy.unige.it › portalestudenti
The timetable for this course is available here: EasyAcademy
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.
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.
