Introduction to Health Research Methods: .

Introduction to Health Research Methods: .

This clear, practical, and straightforward text demystifies the research process and empowers students and other new investigators to conduct their own original research projects.<br>In five sections, Introduction to Health Research Methods describes the entire research process beginning with the identification of a research question and the selection of a study approach, proceeding through the collection and analysis of data and the preparation of a formal scientific report, and ending with academic and professional presentations and publishing.<br>By breaking down the process into manageable steps, Introduction to Health Research Methods communicates the excitement and importance of health researchâ€"and encourages readers to make their own contribution to improving the health of individuals and communities through research.<br>The Second Edition is a thorough update that offers:<br>• A new chapter on mentorship and other professional development opportunities <br>• A new chapter on grant writing with sections on funding sources, finding grant opportunities, proposal writing, budgeting, and grant management<br>• A new chapter introducing several analysis tools that move beyond standard biostatistical techniques such as GIS, mathematical modeling, and economic analysis <br>• A comprehensive walk through of successful writing strategies with dozens of ideas for how to get started on writing and stay motivated<br>• New information on qualitative studies including interviewing, focus group discussions, coding and analysis, mixed methods research, and monitoring and evaluation