1. Objective 1 Biomedical Research

2. Definition of Biomedical Research
It involves the work done by
scientists from many fields to
improve the health and well being
of humans and animals.

3. In what ways can biomedical research improve the health and well being of humans and animals?
Through the development and
implementation of new and improved
practices in clinical medicine.

4. In what areas of medicine is biomedical research being utilized?
Practically any area of medicine that can be
thought of is being biomedically researched.
Examples are:
1.Public health research, including epidemiology
2.Preventive medicine and behavioral health
3.Cancer research

5. Biomedical Research Examples Continued:
4. Aging research
5. Endocrinology, including neuroendocrinology and diabetes research
6. Cellular biology; molecular biology
7. Pharmacology, including psychopharmacology
8. Neuroscience
9. Genetics
10. Virology 
11. Premature births, including birth defects
12. Orthopedic research, including spinal injuries

6. According to the NABR website,
“ The goal of a scientist engaged in biomedical research is to take his/her research from the bench top to the bedside.”

7. Types or Stages of Biomedical Research
Basic
Applied
Clinical

8. Basic Research Conducted to increase fundamental knowledge
Not directed toward solving any
particular problem
Provides building blocks for other types
of research

9. Applied Research
Directed toward specific objectives – for example, development of new drug, treatment, or surgical procedure
Conducted with animals, non-animals methods
(computer models or tissue cultures), and humans
(Photo from Newsweek Nov. 19, 2008)

10. Clinical Research Used when other forms of research have taken place
Used to test potential drugs and treatments in humans
Builds on what is done in basic and applied stages
Broad variety of activities and areas of study

11. Activities and areas of study in clinical research:
Human clinical trials
Psychosocial and behavioral research
Disease control research