[02] Navigating Scientific Literature Flashcards
What topics are covered in the “Navigating Scientific Literature” deck?
- Literature search
- Reading scientific literature
- Interpreting scientific literature
Define ‘Literature Search’
The process of identifying relevant publications in a specific field of study
What does ‘Reading Scientific Literature’ entail?
Understanding the content, methods, and conclusions of a scientific publication
Define ‘Interpreting Scientific Literature’
Analyzing and deriving meaning from scientific research findings
What is the purpose of a ‘Literature Search’?
To identify relevant research in a specific field of study
What are the key skills needed for ‘Reading Scientific Literature’?
- Critical reading
- Understanding scientific jargon
- Assessing research methods and results
Why is ‘Interpreting Scientific Literature’ important?
To understand the implications of research findings
What tools can be used for a ‘Literature Search’?
- Academic databases (like PubMed, Google Scholar)
- Reference management software (like Endnote, Mendeley)
What should you focus on when ‘Reading Scientific Literature’?
- Research objective
- Methodology
- Results
- Discussion and conclusion
What does ‘Interpreting Scientific Literature’ involve?
- Analyzing data
- Assessing validity of findings
- Understanding research impact
What strategies can be used for effective ‘Literature Search’?
- Using appropriate keywords
- Applying relevant filters
- Checking references of identified papers
How can you enhance your skills in ‘Reading Scientific Literature’?
Practice, attending workshops or webinars, seeking guidance from experienced researchers
What are some challenges in ‘Interpreting Scientific Literature’?
- Complex statistical analyses
- Contradictory findings
- Bias and error in research
What does PubMed stand for?
PubMed is a free search engine accessing primarily the MEDLINE database of references and abstracts on life sciences and biomedical topics.
Define ‘Endnote’
A software used for managing bibliographies and references when writing essays and articles
What is ‘Google Scholar’?
A freely accessible web search engine that indexes scholarly literature across an array of publishing formats and disciplines
What is ‘Mendeley’?
A free reference manager and academic social network that can help organize research, collaborate with others online, and discover the latest research
What is MEDLINE?
An online database of life sciences and biomedical information, it includes bibliographic information for articles from academic journals covering medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and health care
What is ‘bias’ in the context of scientific research?
A systematic deviation from the truth, or an inaccurate reflection of the truth, resulting from the way the research is conducted
What is a ‘keyword’ in the context of a literature search?
A significant word from the title or document text that a user might use to find the document in a search
