Recherche 101

January to November 2027

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Please note that this program is only offered in French.
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Are you interested in research, but don't know where to begin your project?

Do you often put off pursuing your research further for fear of not fully understanding all the steps required before publication?

Do you feel lost when it comes to completing an ethics approval application? 

Are certain research methods unfamiliar to you?

This short program of 9 workshops will help you better understand the phases involved in successfully carrying out a research project, from identifying the research question to publication. It also offers practical and effective techniques and strategies that will help you secure funding and choose the best tools.

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Access this 9-part series for just $275. Register once for all sessions.

Register early to secure your spot in this in-demand series. Space is limited, so don't delay!

Certificates of Participation

All sessions in Recherche 101 will be offered virtually. To receive a certificate of completion, participants must attend at least eight (8) sessions and submit, at the end of the program, a scientific abstract related to their research project.

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Cancellation Policy

A refund, less a $100 administrative fee, will be issued for requests received in writing before September 28, 2026. No refunds will be issued after this date. All refunds will be processed after the event.

Agenda

Date, Time and Presenter

Title

Learning Objectives

January 29, 2027

8:00-10:00 AM 

Dr. Marie-Hélène Chomienne

I’m a Clinician and I Want to Do Research: Where Do I Start?

  1. Define the objectives and purpose of a research project.
  2. Develop a strong research question.
  3. Identify the key practical steps to effectively develop and launch a research project.
  4. Discuss your own research project.

February 26, 2027

8:00-10:00 AM

Dr. Salomon Fotsing

How Do I Obtain Research Ethics Board Approval for My Research Project?

  1. Explain the purpose of a Research Ethics Board (REB) application.
  2. Anticipate Research Ethics Board requirements. 
  3. Identify practical strategies for obtaining ethics approval efficiently.
  4. Discuss your own Research Ethics Board application.

March 19, 2027

8:00-10:00 AM

Dr. El Mostafa Bouattane

Quality Improvement: How Do I Get Started?

  1. Differentiate quality improvement (QI) methodologies from research methodologies.
  2. Apply practical quality improvement tools using real-world examples.
  3. Identify the key steps to successfully implement a quality improvement project.

April 23, 2027

8:00-10:00 AM

Dr. Marie-Hélène Chomienne

Writing a Research Grant Application: Practical Tips for Maximum Success

  1. Identify potential sources of research funding.
  2. Describe practical strategies to improve the likelihood of funding success.
  3. Discuss your own research grant application.

May 28, 2027

8:00-10:00 AM

Alexandre Dumas

Qualitative Research Methods

  1. Develop a research question appropriate for a qualitative study.
  2. Select the qualitative approach best suited to your research.
  3. Describe practical strategies for conducting a successful qualitative study.
  4. Explain the key steps involved in qualitative data analysis.

June 25, 2027

8:00-10:00 AM

Nigele Langlois

Planning Your Systematic Reviews and Scoping Reviews

  1. Determine when and why to conduct a systematic review or scoping review (compared to other types of reviews).
  2. Develop your research question for a systematic review or scoping review.
  3. Identify the steps required to conduct a systematic review or scoping review.
  4. Anticipate challenges to better succeed in your systematic review or scoping review.
  5. Critically analyze the relevance of integrating artificial intelligence into your research process as well as its role in your professional development as a researcher.

September 24, 2027

8:00-10:00 AM

Dr. Marie-Hélène Roy-Gagnon

Quantitative Analysis: The Essentials to Know Before Meeting with a Statistician

  1. Position your research within quantitative research methodologies.
  2. Prepare effectively for a meeting with a statistician.
  3. Identify the essential statistical concepts you should understand beforehand.

October 22, 2027

8:00-10:00 AM

Dr. Salomon Fotsing

Data Collection Methods and Tools

  1. Distinguish between quantitative and qualitative data collection methods.
  2. Describe the characteristics of the primary data collection tools.
  3. Select an appropriate data collection method for a research project.
  4. Develop or adapt a data collection instrument.

November 26, 2027

8:00-10:00 AM

Dr. Salomon Fotsing

Disseminating My Research: How to Get Published—Journals, Posters,

Podcasts, Workshops, and More

  1. Explain the key elements of writing a strong scientific manuscript.
  2. Determine the most appropriate journal for manuscript submission.
  3. Prepare effective responses to peer reviewers.
  4. Identify dissemination opportunities beyond journal publication

Affaires francophones

Faculté de médecine

Université d'Ottawa

Pavillon Roger Guindon

451 chemin Smyth, salle 2211

Ottawa, ON K1H 8M5

https://www.uottawa.ca/faculty-medicine/francophone-affairs