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RESEARCH INTER.
RESEARCH

Spanning various disciplines, research professionals delve into the pursuit of knowledge, addressing complex questions and pushing the
boundaries of human understanding. Whether exploring scientific phenomena, social dynamics, or technological advancements, the
interdisciplinary nature of research allows for a collaborative synthesis of ideas, fostering innovation and contributing to the ever-expanding
frontier of human knowledge.

AVAILABLE ROLES (WHERE) USEFUL RESOURCES

Universities: Working in research centers of Google Scholar: A platform offers a wide range of
universities or participating in research projects scholarly literature, including articles, books,
with professors. For example, VinUni-Illinois reports, etc.
Smart Health Center, HUST, Oxford University JSTOR: An online library with academic journals,
Clinical Research Unit (OUCRU), etc.
books, and primary sources from many fields.
Research Institutes: Working in Vietnam Research Gate: A social networking site for
Academy of Science and Technology (VAST), academics and researchers to cooperate, share
International Center for Interdisciplinary Science publications, etc. providing a job board and
and Education (ICISE), National Institute for
career resources for researchers.
Cancer Control, etc.
Zotero: A free, open-source reference manager,
Private and Non-Governmental Organizations: helps scholars organize and credit their sources.
Working in environmental NGOs engaging in
environmental and conservation research. Mendeley: A free reference management and
academic, social network.
Research campaigns, boot camps, or
competitions: A valuable experience for students PubMed: A free biomedical literature and
looking to expand their research skills and gain research article database, providing more than
exposure to cutting-edge topics. For example, 8,000 biomedical journals and books, and other
IEEE Student Competitions, Google Summer of medicine-related resources.
Code, Summer School Program (VinUni), etc.

AVAILABLE ROLES (WHAT)

Researcher: Engaging in data collection and
analysis, conducting experiments, simulations,
surveys, and interviews.
Research assistant: Supporting in literature
reviews, data collection and entry, or
administrative work.
Data Analyst: Using statistical software and
algorithms to draw meaningful insights.
Ethics and Compliance Officers: Ensuring that
the research adheres to ethical standards and
policies.
Editor and Proofreaders: Ensuring clarity, and
accuracy of the research papers, reports, and
documents.

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