Planteamiento de Problema y Justificación - Anteproyecto Bioanalisis

Understanding Research Problem Formulation

Introduction to Research Project

• The session begins with a confirmation of screen visibility and a recap of previous discussions on the thesis project, including types of documents and research themes.

Defining the Research Problem

• The focus shifts to understanding the formulation of the research problem and its justification, emphasizing theoretical, methodological, and practical aspects.

• A research problem is defined as any difficulty that cannot be resolved automatically; it requires scientific investigation for resolution.

Characteristics of a Research Problem

• Problems can arise from needs to satisfy, issues to resolve, or situations to improve. Researchers should analyze their professional context to identify relevant problems.

• The research problem must be articulated clearly in concrete terms so that readers understand the underlying issue being addressed.

Current Situations and Prognosis

• It is crucial that the research problem reflects a current situation rather than past events or future predictions. Understanding causes and symptoms is essential for prognosis.

Practical vs. Scientific Problems

• The distinction between practical problems (specific issues needing solutions) and scientific problems (objective knowledge areas related to those issues) is highlighted.

• Examples are provided regarding laboratory methods facing diagnostic challenges, illustrating how practical problems relate to broader scientific inquiries.

Formulating Research Questions

• Problems should be expressed either as questions or clear statements using unambiguous language. This clarity prevents misinterpretation.

• Researchers are encouraged to frame their problems through multiple questions focusing on variables involved in the study.

Viability and Direction of Research

• Questions must be concise, centered on the core issue, viable within a reasonable timeframe, and capable of guiding the direction of the investigation.

Objective Characteristics of Research Problems

• Emphasis is placed on ensuring that research problems are objective, novel, current, contextualized with data indicating deficiencies or insufficiencies in existing knowledge.

Describing Variables in Research Problems

• Each variable related to the research problem should be described thoroughly from the outset of formulating the problem statement.

Researching Urine Samples: Homogenization Impact

Overview of the Research Study

• A young researcher investigated the effects of homogenized versus non-homogenized urine samples on physicochemical and microbiological parameters.

• The study aimed to compare results from both types of urine samples, focusing on their physicochemical properties.

• Understanding how homogenization affects analysis is crucial in clinical practices, emphasizing its importance in problem formulation.

Socio-Economic and Cultural Implications

• The research has social implications by potentially benefiting patients visiting hospitals or clinical laboratories.

• Economically, accurate diagnoses prevent loss of clients due to incorrect testing methods, highlighting the financial stakes for laboratories.

• Politically and culturally, hygiene practices can influence urinary diseases; understanding these connections is vital for comprehensive analysis.

Problem Formulation in Research

• When formulating a research problem, it’s essential to reference recognized authors and credible sources to support claims.

• Key concepts should not be defined within the problem statement; instead, they will be elaborated upon in a conceptual framework later in the research process.

Justification of the Research Problem

• Justification must address why resolving this issue is important, focusing on its incidence level and impact on involved stakeholders.

• The relevance of social implications should be clearly articulated alongside practical applications that improve laboratory methods and patient outcomes.

Methodological Contributions

• The study aims to enhance methodological rigor by developing improved testing methods based on scientific principles.

• Practical implications include refining analysis techniques that lead to better resource utilization and more reliable results for patients.

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Methodological Utility in Research

Importance of Methodological Improvement

• The discussion emphasizes the need for improved analytical methods tailored to specific laboratories or companies, highlighting the methodological utility that can be provided through enhanced analysis techniques.

• It is crucial to present solid arguments regarding the importance and relevance of a study, detailing aspects such as social relevance, practical implications, and methodological utility when applicable.

Development of New Research Instruments

• Developing new research instruments or innovative data collection methods signifies important methodological utility that should be acknowledged in any research study.

• A slide titled "Workshop on Research Problems" is mentioned as a resource for those struggling to select a research topic or problem. This workshop provides clarity on identifying variables necessary for formulating research questions.

Identifying Variables in Research

• Every research problem must include at least two variables to qualify as a legitimate investigation. This requirement ensures that the problem is substantial enough for meaningful exploration.

Assignment Overview

• Participants are tasked with formulating their research problems along with corresponding research questions and justifications for their studies, reinforcing the importance of structured inquiry in academic work.