Biomedical Innovation Research and Documentation

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering source evaluation methods, scientific paper structures, source categories, research methodology, and academic tools from the lecture notes.

Whois

A tool used to determine who owns a website.

Primary Sources

Immediate, firsthand accounts of a topic from people who had a direct connection with it.

Secondary Sources

Sources that can contain information from primary sources but include interpretation and analysis.

CRAAP Framework

An evaluation criteria acronym standing for Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose.

Abstract

A brief summary of a scientific paper.

Background (Abstract Section)

The section of a scientific abstract that provides what you need to know before reading the article.

Methods (Abstract Section)

The section of a scientific abstract describing how researchers conducted their research or trial.

Results (Abstract Section)

The section of a scientific abstract detailing the result of the research or trial.

Conclusions (Abstract Section)

The section of a scientific abstract summarizing the research or trial and what the authors can conclude.

SARS-CoV-2

The virus identified as causing Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome in the 2024 NEJM Evidence article by Sherman A. and Baden L.

Methodology

A system of methods, rules, and principles used to do a specific job, study a topic, or solve a problem using a systematic process that gathers, measures, and analyzes information.

Generative AI Learning Support Uses

The four approved ways to support learning according to the University of Chicago guide: 1. Brainstorming and Idea Generation, 2. Clarifying Concepts and definitions, 3. Student Assistance and Summarization, and 4. Practice Questions and Self-Assessment.