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  • Nuclear Medicine Technology Education

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  • Nuclear medicine technology (NMT) programs require effective research methodology integration.
  • Educators need structured approaches to teach research skills to undergraduates.

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  • To introduce nuclear medicine technology educators to a five-step research methodology curriculum.
  • To demonstrate the feasibility and benefits of incorporating research into NMT programs.

Main Methods:

  • A five-step research methodology was implemented in the Indiana University NMT program.
  • Steps included: research article introduction, project design, data collection, paper writing, and presentation.
  • Curriculum flexibility was noted for shorter programs.

Main Results:

  • 100% of students presented research abstracts at continuing education events.
  • 68% presented at regional and 24% at national professional meetings.
  • One student achieved publication, and three received travel grants for presentations.

Conclusions:

  • Integrating research methodology into NMT programs effectively introduces undergraduates to the research process.
  • The program successfully instilled excitement for research, encouraging continued participation by new technologists.