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Research in a laboratory situation.

¹University of Queensland.

The Australian Journal of Physiotherapy

|July 16, 2014

Summary

Learn how to become a researcher through laboratory-based training. Professor R. W. Hawker outlines the research education structure within the Department of Physiology, emphasizing team-based investigative projects.

Area of Science:

Physiology
Medical Education

Background:

The abstract discusses a lecture on research education for physiotherapists.
Professor R. W. Hawker of the University of Queensland delivered the lecture.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline the process of becoming a researcher.
To describe the research education model in a university physiology department.

Main Methods:

The lecture summarized the structure of research training.
Discussion focused on the organization of eight research units within the Department of Physiology.
Each unit involves a team of investigators working on specific research projects.

Main Results:

The Department of Physiology provides a structured environment for research training.

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Research is conducted by investigative teams within specialized units.

Conclusions:

The model presented offers a pathway for aspiring physiotherapist researchers.
Team-based research in a laboratory setting is a key component of the training.