sample sts research proposal/ parts of proposal explained/ methodology subheadings #icmr #sts2024

Summary

This video tutorial guides viewers on crafting a research proposal, focusing on the relationship between the 2D:4D finger ratio, stress coping mechanisms, and hypertension in adults. It covers essential components such as the introduction, objectives, methodology, and ethical considerations. The script emphasizes the importance of a cross-sectional observational study design, inclusion and exclusion criteria, sample size, data collection, and statistical analysis, ensuring a comprehensive approach to research.

Takeaways

• 📝 The video provides a guide on writing a research proposal, starting with a reference ID and title.
• 🔗 A link to the word limits for various sections will be provided in the video description.
• 📚 The introduction should explain the study's title and its relation to existing literature.
• 🔍 The need for the study is a crucial section that justifies why the research is necessary.
• 🎯 The objectives section outlines the goals of the research, such as evaluating the relationship between the 2D:4D ratio and stress coping mechanisms in hypertensive patients.
• 📊 The methodology includes materials and methods, study design, setting, population, and criteria for inclusion and exclusion.
• 👥 The study population includes adult hypertensive patients over 18 years of age, of both genders.
• 🔬 The sample procedure describes the random selection of participants and the sample size, aiming for 150 participants with a buffer of 15.
• 📈 Statistical analysis will be conducted using SPSS software to determine relationships and prominence of stress coping mechanisms.
• 🕒 The study duration is planned for two months, specifically May and June 2012, pending IEC approval.
• 🛡️ Human participant protection is emphasized, ensuring no harm to participants and obtaining informed consent.
• 🏆 The implications of the research highlight its potential to establish a link between the 2D:4D ratio and stress, aiding in disease prevention.
• 📚 Proper referencing is essential, and further details on this will be provided in a subsequent video.

Q & A

What is the first step in writing a sample proposal?

The first step is to write the reference ID at the top, as shown in the example provided in the video.

What should be included in the introduction of the proposal?

The introduction should explain the title and the study. It should include information on the 2D:4D ratio, stress coping mechanism, and hypertension, with paragraphs dedicated to each component.

Why is it important to explain the need for the study?

Explaining the need for the study clarifies why the research is necessary and what gap in knowledge it aims to fill.

What are the objectives of the study as mentioned in the video?

The objectives include evaluating the relationship between the 2D:4D ratio and stress coping mechanisms among hypertensive patients.

What is the typical study design for ICMR SDS proposals?

The typical study design is cross-sectional and observational, meaning that the study will observe and interview patients without following them up or conducting experiments.

What criteria should be included in the study population section?

The study population should include all adult hypertensive patients over 18 years old of both genders.

What are some examples of inclusion and exclusion criteria for this study?

Inclusion criteria include hypertensive patients over 18 years old. Exclusion criteria include individuals with abnormalities in their index or ring fingers.

How should the sample size be determined and adjusted?

The sample size is typically set at 150 patients, but 165 patients may be initially selected to account for errors, with the final number adjusted to 150.

What information should be included about data collection methods?

Details on how data will be collected, including whether researchers will visit patients' homes and how they will measure the 2D:4D ratio and stress, should be included.

What is the importance of quality assurance in the study?

Quality assurance ensures the research maintains high standards, verifying that it is conducted properly and produces reliable results.

Outlines

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📝 Proposal Structure and Study Introduction

This paragraph outlines the structure of a sample research proposal, starting with the reference ID and title. It emphasizes the importance of the introduction, which should explain the study's title and its significance in existing literature. The introduction should cover three main elements: the 2D:4D ratio, stress coping mechanisms, and hypertension. The paragraph also details the need for the study and the objectives, which are to evaluate the relationship between the 2D:4D ratio and stress coping mechanisms among hypertensive patients. The methodology section is briefly introduced, mentioning the study design, setting, population, inclusion and exclusion criteria, sample procedure, sample size, data collection, and statistical analysis. The paragraph concludes with a mention of the study duration and the importance of quality assurance.

05:01

🗓 Study Duration and Ethical Considerations

The second paragraph discusses the duration of the study, which is planned to be conducted over two months, specifically during the summer vacation in May and June 20125, following the approval from the Institutional Ethics Committee (IEC). It highlights the need for quality assurance in research and the protection of human participants, ensuring they are not harmed physically or emotionally and that their consent is obtained. The paragraph also addresses the inclusion of vulnerable populations, the absence of risks in the study, and the benefits to participants, such as informing them of any diagnosed diseases for further treatment. Confidentiality is assured, and the importance of informed consent is emphasized. The paragraph concludes with the necessity of Ethics Committee clearance before commencing any research and the implications of the study in establishing a link between the 2D:4D ratio and stress, potentially aiding in the prevention of hypertension.

Keywords

💡Proposal

A proposal is a document that presents and justifies a project or a research idea. In the context of the video, it refers to a structured outline for a study, which includes the objectives, methodology, and implications of the research. The script mentions writing a proposal with a specific format, including an introduction, objectives, and methodology, which are essential components of a research proposal.

💡Reference ID

A reference ID is a unique identifier assigned to a document, such as a research proposal, to facilitate tracking and referencing. The video script instructs to write the reference ID at the top of the proposal, indicating its importance in organizing and identifying the document.

💡Title

The title of a research proposal succinctly captures the essence of the study. In the video, the title 'Study of relationship between 2D:4D ratio with stress coping mechanism in hypertensive patients' is given as an example, indicating the focus of the research on the correlation between finger length ratios, stress management, and hypertension.

💡Introduction

The introduction section of a proposal sets the stage for the research by providing background information and explaining the significance of the study. The script describes how the introduction should explain the title, summarize existing literature, and express the need for the study, as seen in the example of the 2D:4D ratio, stress, and hypertension.

💡2D:4D Ratio

The 2D:4D ratio refers to the ratio of the length of the index finger (2D) to the ring finger (4D). It has been studied in various contexts, including its potential correlation with health and behavior. The video script discusses this ratio as a key variable in the proposed study, examining its relationship with stress coping mechanisms in hypertensive patients.

💡Hypertension

Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a chronic medical condition. The video script identifies hypertension as one of the main subjects of the study, aiming to understand its relationship with the 2D:4D ratio and stress coping mechanisms among patients.

💡Objectives

Objectives in a research proposal define the specific goals the study aims to achieve. The script outlines objectives such as evaluating the relationship between the 2D:4D ratio and stress coping mechanisms among hypertensive patients, which directly relate to the study's title and purpose.

💡Methodology

Methodology describes the procedures and processes used to conduct a study. The video script details the methodology section, including study design, setting, population, and data collection methods. It emphasizes the importance of a well-defined methodology for the validity and reliability of the research.

💡Cross-Sectional Observational Study

A cross-sectional observational study is a type of research design where data is collected at a single point in time from a group of subjects. The script mentions this as the study design for the proposal, indicating that it will involve observing and recording data from hypertensive patients without intervention or follow-up.

💡Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria

Inclusion and exclusion criteria define the population eligible for participation in a study. The video script specifies criteria such as age and the absence of abnormalities in the fingers for the 2D:4D ratio measurement, ensuring that the study sample is appropriate for the research questions.

💡Sample Size

Sample size refers to the number of participants or observations included in a study. The script mentions a sample size of 165 patients, with an expectation to exclude some due to errors, ultimately aiming for a final sample of 150 patients, which is crucial for statistical significance.

💡Statistical Analysis

Statistical analysis involves the interpretation of data and the testing of hypotheses. The video script discusses the need for statistical analysis to determine relationships and differences among the study variables, such as the prominence of stress coping mechanisms and the age of onset in relation to the 2D:4D ratio.

💡IEC Approval

IEC stands for Institutional Ethics Committee, which is responsible for reviewing and approving research studies to ensure ethical standards are met. The script mentions obtaining IEC approval as a necessary step before conducting the study, highlighting the importance of ethical considerations in research.

💡Human Participant Protection

Human participant protection ensures that individuals involved in research are not harmed and that their rights are respected. The video script emphasizes the need to protect participants from physical and emotional harm and to value their consent and opinions, which is a fundamental aspect of ethical research.

💡Ethics Committee Clearance

Ethics committee clearance is the formal approval from an ethics committee that a research study is ethically sound and can proceed. The script states that this clearance is mandatory, underlining the necessity of ethical review in research.

💡Implications

Implications in a research proposal refer to the potential impact or significance of the study. The script discusses how the research could establish a link between the 2D:4D ratio and stress, which could help in early detection and prevention of hypertension, indicating the broader applications of the study.

Highlights

Introduction to creating a sample proposal with a focus on the study of the relationship between 2D:4D ratio, stress coping mechanisms, and hypertension in patients.

The importance of writing a reference ID and title in a proposal, with a link to previous instructions provided in the description.

Explanation of the three main components of the study: 2D:4D ratio, stress coping mechanisms, and hypertension.

The need for the study and its significance in existing literature.

Objectives of the study, including evaluating the relationship between the 2D:4D ratio and stress coping mechanisms among hypertensive patients.

Description of the methodology, including materials and methods, with an emphasis on the study design being cross-sectional and observational.

Study setting specified as the Government General Hospital, Mao Nagar.

Definition of the study population, including adult hypertensive patients over 18 years of age of both genders.

Inclusion and exclusion criteria for the study participants, focusing on abnormalities in index and ring fingers.

Sample procedure detailing random selection of participants and the sample size of 165, with a final selection of 150 patients.

Data collection methods, including how the 2D:4D ratio and stress levels will be measured.

Statistical analysis plan using SPSS software to determine relationships and prominence of stress coping mechanisms.

Study duration set for two months, specifically May and June 2012, after obtaining IEC approval.

Quality assurance measures to ensure the research meets certain standards.

Human participant protection guidelines to prevent harm and ensure informed consent.

Ethics Committee clearance as a mandatory step before conducting the research.

Implications of the research, establishing a link between 2D:4D ratio and stress, with potential for disease prevention.

Instructions on writing references for the literature review, to be explained in a subsequent video.

Invitation for viewers to ask questions in the comment section for further clarification.

Transcripts

hello everyone in this video we will see

a sample proposal so on the top you have

to write the reference ID like this as

it is written here after that you have

to write the title I have told all the

word limits in the previous video I will

provide the link in the description so

after that you have to write the title

after writing the title you have to

write the introduction introduction will

be like the title is study of

relationship ship between 2D 4D ratio

with stress coping mechanism in

hypertensive patients so I have three

things here 2D 4D ratio is there stress

coping mechanism is there and

hypertension is there so there are three

paragraphs one is explaining about 2D 4D

ratio another one about hypertension and

last one is about stress so you have to

make the introduction in a way which

will be explaining your title and

explaining your study what already

literature is telling about it and then

here is the need for the study here is

the need for the

study after writing this like why the

study is

needed after writing this you have to go

and you have to write your objectives

these are the objectives objectives can

be 1 2 3 but there is word limit for

that also so here the objectives are to

evaluate the relation between 2D 4D

ratio and the stress coping mechanism

among hypertensive patient it is similar

to title so mostly title will be

explaining the whole study after that

you have to write the objectives and

then methodology in methodology this is

materials and

methods you can copy and paste it

exactly firstly you have to write about

study design most of the study design

about the icmr SDS will be

cross-sectional observational study

because we are not going to experiment

we are just going to observe so it is

just observational and cross-sectional

means we will just uh take up the

patient we will uh interview them and

then we will send them off we are not

going to follow them up or we are not

taking some normal people some abnormal

people so it is not like that so it is

mostly cross-sectional only rest of the

things will be depending on the research

you are doing another one is study

setting where the study will be

conducted so here government General

Hospital Mao nagar after that what is

your study

population to whom you are going to

include in your study here all the adult

hypertensive patient their age should be

more than 18 years and they are of both

genders then you have to write inclusion

criteria and exclusion criteria to whom

you are going to include for example in

this study we are measuring 2D 4D ratio

that is the ratio of your index finger

and the ring ring finger so if any

person who is having some abnormality in

ring finger or in index finger we are

obviously we are going to exclude them

so that that thing will be coming in the

exclusion criteria and inclusion

criteria everything hypertensive patient

that person should be that person should

be more than 18 year of age either the

person is newly diagnosed or person is

old hypertensive patient but he is

coming for regular followup so all these

things we will be including after that

sample procedure how you are going to

collect the sample so we are going to

collect the sample randomly in this it

is written as simple random sample

collection after this it is sample size

what sample size you will keep usually

we will be taking 150 patients since we

can do some error so expecting that

error we will be taking total 165

patients but at last we have to take

only 150 patient we will be excluding

the other 15 patients this in which we

have done some

errors after this how you are going to

collect the data it is very important

how you are going to collect whether you

are going to go to the patient home what

all test you are going to do how you are

going to measure the 2D 4D ratio how you

are going to measure the stress so all

these things you have to write how you

are going to collect the data after this

statistical analysis means how you are

going to analyze after that you will be

getting like among 150 patient 100

people are having this stress coping

mechanism 50 patient are having this

stress coping mechanism so how you are

going to analyze which one is more

prominent which one is less what is the

relation between 2D 4D ratio and age of

onset so all these things you will be

mostly doing in the SP s a

software after this study duration so in

study duration you have to write at what

period you are going to do study for how

much time you are going to do study so

you have to do study for 2 months that

to next year in summer vacations so you

can write in that way two months that is

May and June

20125 after taking the IEC approval you

can specify like this

after this quality assurance whether the

research is going to be having some

quality or not so you have to assure

whether it is having some quality or not

so exactly you can copy and paste that

is not the issue after that human

participant protection the people who

are taking part in our research who are

participant they should not be harmed in

any way physically

emotionally and their consent and their

opinion should should be valued so for

that we will be writing this thing

vulnerable population will not be

included risk are there there are no

risk in this study and what are the

benefit to the participant obviously we

are we should not provide any monetary

benefits so you have to write no

monetary benefits will be provided but

if the person meanwhile if the person is

diagnosed with any disease he or she

will be informed for the further

treatment or diagnosis then confidence

finality will be maintained we will not

reveal so and so patient is having so

and so disease to everyone and

everything informed consent will be

taken their opinion will be valued if

they are interested only they will be

taking part in our research and then

Ethics Committee clearance it is must to

take before doing any research so it

will be taken after that you have to

write the implications means how this

research is going to be helpful in the

present scientific world so this is how

you are going to it is going to help in

so and so way it is going to establish a

link between 2D 4D ratio and stress so

that if the person is stressful we can

detect okay at what time he is going to

get hypertension or if you're are doing

some research before the person has

really got disease so it will help them

to prevent the disease if they are at

more risk so these are the

implications after that reference

reference you have to write from where

you have seen those literature review

and all those things I'll be explaining

about the references in next video if

you have any doubt you can ask in

comment section thanks for watching