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- It is a forward-looking, partnership-based national body responsible for coordinating and monitoring research activities in the country.
- was created on March 17, 1982 through Executive order No. 784. In 1987, Executive Order No. 128 reaffirmed its existence and relevance. This directive reorganized the National Science and Technology Authority into what is now the Department of Science and Technology.
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The Philippine Council for Health Research and Development.docxJamaicaSalvador
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- is one of the three sectoral councils of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST).
- It is a forward-looking, partnership-based national body responsible for coordinating and monitoring research activities in the country.
- was created on March 17, 1982 through Executive order No. 784. In 1987, Executive Order No. 128 reaffirmed its existence and relevance. This directive reorganized the National Science and Technology Authority into what is now the Department of Science and Technology.
Lack of a family medicine system in Kurdistan Region: Challenges and solutionsAI Publications
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I. INTRODUCTION
DEFINITION
HISTORY
NEED TO STUDY BIOSTATISTICS
SAMPLING
METHODS OF PRESENTATION OF DATA
METHODS OF SUMMARIZING THE DATA
: Measures of Central Tendency
: Mean
: Median
: Mode
: Measures of Dispersion
: range
: Mean deviation
: Standard deviation
: Coefficient of variation
CORRELATION & REGRESSION
NORMAL DISTRIBUTION AND NORMAL CURVE.
METHODS OF ANALYZING THE DATA
SUMMARY & CONCLUSION
Looking at how health research impacts health programming and policy-making in international development, the African Medical and Research Foundation hosted a discussion highlighting some of the themes laid out in this slideshow.
Ways to Improve the Pace of Biological Researchijtsrd
To carry out any research activities in any particular field one need some basic amenities, such as infrastructure, funds and a proper guidance. Same is applicable for Biological research. For carrying out any research the basic of that particular topic should be clear and specified. Biological research can be categorized into two types 1 Basic Research Involves the study of different living system just for knowledge 2 Applied Research Focus more on the application and utilities for the Mankind For example researching about the classification of organism in Biology Botany Zoology mostly focus for educational purposes, while researching and studying about different methods which can improve the crop production and yield in Agricultural sector results in large production of crops which can feed a large population of the country. This type of application based research falls in the category of applied research. So to carry out the research with a good pace the Researcher, Institution, Government and Participating agencies must join hand with each other and take the step side by side. Asif Iqbal "Ways to Improve the Pace of Biological Research" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-6 | Issue-2 , February 2022, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd49215.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/biological-science/allied-sciences/49215/ways-to-improve-the-pace-of-biological-research/asif-iqbal
Health and the Natural Outdoors: Strategic Workshop Report
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Organic Edible Schoolyards & Gardening with Children =
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Double Food Production from your School Garden with Organic Tech =
http://scribd.com/doc/239851079 ~
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Free School Gardening Art Posters =
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159 ~
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Increase Food Production with Companion Planting in your School Garden =
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159 ~
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Healthy Foods Dramatically Improves Student Academic Success =
http://scribd.com/doc/239851348 ~
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City Chickens for your Organic School Garden =
http://scribd.com/doc/239850440 ~
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Simple Square Foot Gardening for Schools - Teacher Guide =
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I. INTRODUCTION
DEFINITION
HISTORY
NEED TO STUDY BIOSTATISTICS
SAMPLING
METHODS OF PRESENTATION OF DATA
METHODS OF SUMMARIZING THE DATA
: Measures of Central Tendency
: Mean
: Median
: Mode
: Measures of Dispersion
: range
: Mean deviation
: Standard deviation
: Coefficient of variation
CORRELATION & REGRESSION
NORMAL DISTRIBUTION AND NORMAL CURVE.
METHODS OF ANALYZING THE DATA
SUMMARY & CONCLUSION
Looking at how health research impacts health programming and policy-making in international development, the African Medical and Research Foundation hosted a discussion highlighting some of the themes laid out in this slideshow.
Ways to Improve the Pace of Biological Researchijtsrd
To carry out any research activities in any particular field one need some basic amenities, such as infrastructure, funds and a proper guidance. Same is applicable for Biological research. For carrying out any research the basic of that particular topic should be clear and specified. Biological research can be categorized into two types 1 Basic Research Involves the study of different living system just for knowledge 2 Applied Research Focus more on the application and utilities for the Mankind For example researching about the classification of organism in Biology Botany Zoology mostly focus for educational purposes, while researching and studying about different methods which can improve the crop production and yield in Agricultural sector results in large production of crops which can feed a large population of the country. This type of application based research falls in the category of applied research. So to carry out the research with a good pace the Researcher, Institution, Government and Participating agencies must join hand with each other and take the step side by side. Asif Iqbal "Ways to Improve the Pace of Biological Research" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-6 | Issue-2 , February 2022, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd49215.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/biological-science/allied-sciences/49215/ways-to-improve-the-pace-of-biological-research/asif-iqbal
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The angolan journal of health sciences as a contribution to scientific research of Angola
1. ………….EDITORIAL. …………
Rev. Ang. de Ciênc. da Saúde. 2020 Jul – Dez; 1 (1): 4-5
Issn (online): 2789 - 2832 / Issn (Print): 2789 - 2824
Multidisciplinary Team of Health Professionals, Teachers and National Researchers
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A Revista Angolana de Ciências da Saúde como contributo para a
investigação científica de Angola
The Angolan Journal of Health Sciences as a contribution to
scientific research of Angola
Hermenegildo Osvaldo Chitumba1*, Mário Fresta2
Palavras – Chave: Investigação; Saúde; Ciência; Angola
Keywords: Research; Health; Science; Angola
Scientific articles published in scientific journals contribute to safeguarding the knowledge recorded in it, in
addition to serving as a means of communication between researchers and the dissemination of research
results1
. We cannot continue to develop this editorial without unraveling the word “investigate” that comes from
the Latin “investigare” in which the Portuguese-language dictionaries bring us the definitions of: following the
traces of, inquiring, researching, inquiring.
It is very common to hear the expression: “it is important to investigate on health field” the question that could
be made is: why? or otherwise when investigating the benefit is for the patient or the health professional?
As defended by IJsselmuiden and Matlin2
, unfortunately, the essence of investing in health research is not
yet understood, given the continuing scarcity of financial resources ment for this purpose. Therefore, investing
in health research in developing countries is a necessity, not an extravagance, as people aspire to a full and
healthy life despite economic disparities. The money spent on health research is an economic impeller,
increases competitiveness and addresses the social determinants of health.
Although often misrepresented, health research is not only aimed at generating knowledge, discovering best
practices and eliminating barriers to care, more than that, it must lead to action. In a singular way, the results
of the research should guide the development of policies and programs, as well as the provision of health
services. Interventions must be based on evidence and based on solid research3, 4
.
There are numerous case studies done at different levels on the benefits of health research. At the same
time, it is recognized the importance of health research for the exercise of the profession, making appropriate
and effective decisions, providing better care to patients, developing critical capacity and consequently
demonstrating to other professionals the fundamentals on which the practice of healthcare is established for
each professional.
According to Unit for Sight3
, the evidence suggests that patients who receive care in hospitals with research
activities have better health outcomes. Due to the fact that the hospital with research activities is able to offer
broader treatment options and more opportunities for inclusion in clinical studies.
The availability of health information can guarantee funding and promoting the effectiveness of interventions.
The research defines indicators and collects health metrics in addition to being an integral part of obtaining
better results. They allow decision-makers and donors to assess progress towards desired goals and best
practices3. For McAllister5, the research should focus on the concerns raised by developing countries,
eliminating not only the gap in disparities in health levels within countries, but also the knowledge gap between
the developed and the developing world.
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1- Faculdade de Medicina do Huambo – Universidade José Eduardo dos Santos (Angola). Orcid:
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1905-137X
2- Centro de estudos Avançados em Educação e Formação Médica (CEDUMED) – Universidade Agostinho
Neto (Angola). Orcid: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3430-4569
* - Autor correspondente. chitumba16@gmail.com
Doi: https://doi.org/10.54283/RACSaude.2789-2832.v1n1_2020.p1-2en
2. The Angolan Journal of Health Sciences as a contribution to scientific research of Angola. Ang. J. Of Health Sciences. 2020 Jul – Dez; 1 (1): 4-5
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RACSAÚDE – Revista Angolana de Ciências da Saúde. www.racsaude.com
Thus, there are numerous contexts in which health professionals can be involved in research, whether as
researchers, coordinating studies or as part of the research team and / or as users of research results.
Another drawback is that, unfortunately, high-quality health information is not widely available in
underdeveloped and developing countries, as a result, results are often not measured by international
organizations and there is not a real picture of the health situation.
The data speaks for itself, from the quantitative survey of the number of scientific journals in Angola made
by Chitumba6
, until December 2020, from 17 journals, 7 were edited by public institutions and only 2 were
specifically dedicated to the publication of scientific articles in the area of health sciences. Considering that the
essence of the investigation is to make the results from there public, the data presented above do not require
comments and lead us to a deep reflection and clear and urgent need to develop scientific culture as a criterion
of truth, with persistence and continuity, starting with training of health professionals creating in them the taste
and spirit of research, a statement supported by Bettencourt Mateus7. For example, in some countries the
attention that is devoted to scientific research is part of the evaluation of health professionals in health
institutions as a way to encourage research8
.
Given the above, as a contribution to scientific research in the field of health in Angola, with the aim of giving
greater access to national scientific production and beyond, as well as giving visibility to the research carried
out by students, teaching doctors, researchers, staff connected to the health area and beyond, helping them in
decision-making, on July 30, 2020, headed by a professor from the Faculty of Medicine of Huambo of the Jose
Eduardo dos Santos University. A Multidisciplinary Team of health professionals and national researchers,
made public the Angolan Journal of Health Sciences, also known as RACSAÚDE3
.
The Angolan Journal of Health Sciences is a peer-reviewed journal that adopts international standards of
suitable institutions in its editorial process. RACSAÚDE aims at being recognized as a health sciences journal
of great impact at national and international level, to make Africa and the world aware of the reality of the current
health situation and the advances in research at national and international level, in addition to promoting the
highest quality scientific publication.
On this path, we would sin deeply if we finished without thanking in a special way to all doctors, professors
and national and international researchers who, on time and without measuring efforts, joined the invitation to
embark on this great trip.
Given the context and by editorial decision, this first edition was dedicated only to the launch of this editorial
and a dissertation abstract that talk about the historical evolution of the Angolan national health system covering
the first volume. Thus, another scientific journal in the field of health sciences is born, as a way of contributing
to national scientific research.
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