Stakeholders' perceptions and experiences towards dental research training programmes and projects in undergraduate education in Tehran, Iran: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Dental research enhances students' understanding of evidence-based dentistry and improves clinical decision-making. This study aimed to explore the perceptions and experiences of students and staff regarding mandatory undergraduate dental research projects and identify the related challenges and facilitators.

Design

A qualitative study using focus group discussions and semi-structured individual interviews. Data were analysed using a framework approach and reported in accordance with the Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research.

Setting

School of Dentistry, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.

Participants

Students and staff who were involved in undergraduate dental research projects. Seven sessions were held (three fo

SUBMITTER: Mohebbi S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12766794 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature