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On completion of this module students should be able to:1. Design a coherent experimental strategy to critically evaluate a research question.2. Perform experiments using the technique(s) learned during the project and analyse and interpret the results.3. Compile a research thesis in publication format detailing the background literature, methodology, results and implications of the research programme they have carried out.4. Present their research work in a clear and competent manner in a standard scientific seminary format.5. Discuss basic pharmacological principles.
Indicative Module Content:This module provides training and support for the following essential scientific skills:
- Development of laboratory-based scientific research skills and proficiency in experimental techniques
- Training and experience in oral communication of research activities and experimental findings
- Communication of research activities in a discipline-specific manner, via preparation of a written scientific report
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Small Group | 20 |
Laboratories | 430 |
Total | 450 |
Not applicable to this module.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Presentation: Oral Presentation | Varies over the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 10 |
Assignment: Written dissertation | Varies over the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 70 |
Continuous Assessment: Laboratory-based research activity and project engagement | Varies over the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 20 |
Remediation Type | Remediation Timing |
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Repeat (CFP) | Within Three Semesters |
• Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment
Each student participating in this module will experience and individual laboratory placement, therefore the nature and extent of feedback will be dependent upon the research environment and may differ for each student. - Research training and feedback will be provided throughout the research component by supervisor(s) and other laboratory personnel where appropriate. - Individual feedback will be provided by supervisor(s) in preparation for the oral presentation, and by other academic staff during the presentation process. - Feedback will be provided by the supervisor(s) in response to the first draft of the written dissertation, prior to summative assessment of final dissertation.
Name | Role |
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Dr Gary Brennan | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Colm Collins | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Derek Costello | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Assoc Professor John Crean | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Professor William Gallagher | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Assoc Professor Carmel Hensey | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Professor Patricia Maguire | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Assoc Professor Siobhán McClean | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Assoc Professor Tara McMorrow | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Professor Keith Murphy | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Assoc Professor David O'Connell | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Maria Prencipe | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Jens Rauch | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Alison Reynolds | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Craig Slattery | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Yan Yan | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |