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This course has been specifically designed for students interested in understanding the translational aspects of biomedical research and pursuing research as a career. The course aims to introduce diverse yet interlinked research concepts that will equip students with the necessary knowledge and expertise to independently carry out research endeavors in the future. A part of the course includes supervised hands-on in vivo workshops, in which students will learn basic rodent anatomy, physiology and some general experimental procedures. A second component will introduce research methodology, which will enable students to develop their scientific thought process and enhance their critical thinking skills by formulating hypothesis, developing aims, searching PubMed for related literature, understanding ethical guidelines and other regulatory issues. In today’s scenario, scientists also need to have a strong communication ability to ensure that their research is accessible at a global platform. This requires skill and knowledge of scientifically drafting manuscripts, writing grants and articulating business plans as well as effectively presenting their research results (presentation, poster, etc.). We will allocate necessary time to develop this science-art as well. Students’ attendance and active participation will enrich this exciting and interactive course, which is entirely based on in-class learning.