Empirical Research Training - MIND Track - Detailseite

In the empirical-experimental exercise students apply and deepen their basic knowledge of neurocognitive research methods. The objective of the class is to familiarize students with experimental research by providing "hands-on" experience in designing, conducting, analyzing, interpreting, and writing up one experimental study. The empirical-experimental exercise is concluded with a documented individual report on the empirical project following APA guidelines.

As a result of careful study and fulfillment of the course assignments, students should be able to:

1. Identify relevant research problems in cognitive neuroscience
2. Formulate research hypotheses that can be empirically investigated
3. Design experimental neurocognitive studies
4. Understand the ethical implications of the research
5. Apply principles of open and reproducible science
6. Execute experimental studies by collecting research data under carefully controlled conditions
7. Summarize and statistically analyze research data
8. Evaluate research results and draw conclusions pertaining to hypotheses
9. Communicate research studies in oral, written, and poster formats

Mind and Brain students only!