Research Resources & Tools
How to Conduct Effective Research
A step-by-step guide on conducting high-quality research, from hypothesis formation to publication.
Top Research Tools for Students
Discover essential digital tools that can enhance your research workflow and improve efficiency.
How to Write a Research Paper
Learn the fundamentals of structuring and writing a well-researched academic paper.
Research Methodology Explained
A comprehensive guide to understanding various research methodologies and their applications.
Data Analytics Bootcamp
This three-part bootcamp series introduces pharmacy students to the fundamentals of data analytics—a crucial skill in evidence-based research and healthcare innovation.
Session 1: Introduction to Data Analytics
Session 2: Data Preparation & Visualization
Session 3: Intro to Predictive Analysis
Recommended Platforms and Software
Below is a curated list of digital tools essential for pharmacy students conducting research:
- Zotero – Free reference management software for organizing citations and bibliographies. Visit Zotero
- Mendeley – Reference manager with social networking capabilities for researchers. Visit Mendeley
- GraphPad Prism – Widely used for biostatistics and graphing in biomedical sciences. Visit GraphPad
- SPSS – IBM’s statistical package for the social sciences, valuable for data analysis. Visit SPSS
- Overleaf – An online LaTeX editor ideal for writing scientific papers. Visit Overleaf
- Google Scholar – A search engine for scholarly literature, indispensable for sourcing academic references. Visit Google Scholar
IPSF Research Booklet
Download the IPSF booklet on research for in-depth insights and guidelines.
Download IPSF Research Booklet (PDF)