Insights into research activities of senior dental students in the Middle East: A multicenter preliminary study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite the increasing recognition of the importance of research in undergraduate dental education, limited studies have explored the nature of undergraduate research activities in dental schools in the Middle East region. This study aimed to evaluate the research experience of final year dental students from three dental schools in the Middle East.

Methods

A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted among final-year dental students from three institutions, namely Jordan University of Science and Technology, University of Sharjah (UAE), and Oman Dental College. Participants were asked about the nature and scope of their research projects, the processes involved in the research, and their perceived benefits of engaging in research.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Alrashdan MS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11376059 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature