Numbering Code	G-MED26 7D003 LJ91	Year/Term	2022 ・ Year-round
Number of Credits	4	Course Type	Lecture
Target Year	1st year doctoral students	Target Student
Language	Japanese	Day/Period	Thu.2
Instructor name	ISHIZU KOUICHI (Graduate School of Medicine Associate Professor)
Outline and Purpose of the Course	Methods involving imaging modalities are important and are used frequently in medical research. The word "imaging" used here refers not only to CT or MR imaging, but also to microscopic and general digital images. Since imaging data are not given single numerical values as are blood data, while using imaging in research it is important to understand the significance of the pixels of the images and the method of imaging analysis. In these lectures, students will understand the basic knowledge involved in using medical imaging in research and its applications. We also aim to improve students' writing abilities while creating the basic skills necessary to produce a research paper using imaging data.
Course Goals	・Understand the distinctive characteristics of medical imaging and its research applications across multiple themes. ・Understand research trends and read prior research critically. ・Acquire the skills necessary for conducting research such as transcription, logic, and structure that must be considered while writing a research paper, and the ability to pursue originality.
Schedule and Contents	This is a doctoral course in which lectures will proceed based on the initiative of the participants and the presentation of ideas. It relies on a discussion format to cover issues concerning imaging modalities, clinical images, image data, methods of analysis etc. The lessons will cover areas ranging from research methodology to implementation and writing a dissertation in line with the students' areas of research. Seminars are held twice a month, with a series of lectures held during periods 1 and 2 on Thursdays. A total of 30 lectures will be delivered over 15 days. Sessions 1-2: Setting assignments and confirming fundamental knowledge Sessions 3-20: Collection and critical examination of prior research and scrutiny of research methods Sessions 21-29: Creation of a research plan and critical examination thereof Session 30. Summary
Evaluation Methods and Policy	Assessment is made by judging the degree of attainment in the assignments given. Attitudes toward participation such as actively participating in discussions will also be taken into consideration.
Course Requirements	None
Study outside of Class (preparation and review)	As PhD students, we especially value independence, and expect that you will engage in independent study to delve deeper into your areas of research.
Textbooks	Textbooks/References	Not used
References, etc.	Introduced during class