This course introduces the basic principles on how to plan and to conduct a research project. Students will also be exposed to ethical principles involved in performing a research. Types of research that will be covered consist of investigational lab-based research, cross-sectional surveys or questionnaires and medical record reviews. Students will be conducting their researches under the supervision of their respective supervisors. At the end of this course, students will be able to propose their research work verbally and through a written proposal.