====== Study ======

===== Research vs Study =====

==== Research ====
**Definition:** A systematic and original investigation aimed at discovering new knowledge, theories, or understanding.\\
**Purpose:** To generate **new information** or **test hypotheses**.\\
**Scope:** Broad and often involves **experimentation**, data collection, analysis, and peer review.\\
**Example:** Conducting a clinical trial to test a new drug.

==== Study ====
**Definition:** The act of learning or examining a topic, often by reviewing existing material.\\
**Purpose:** To **acquire knowledge** or understand a subject.\\
**Scope:** Narrower, focused more on **learning** rather than creating something new.\\
**Example:** [[Study]]ing neuroanatomy from a textbook.

==== Comparison Table ====
^ **Aspect**     ^ **Research**                              ^ **Study**                                 ^
| **Goal**       | Discover or create new knowledge          | Learn or understand existing knowledge     |
| **Methods**    | Original experiments, data collection     | Reading, attending classes, reviewing      |
| **Outcome**    | Publication, innovation, theory           | Personal understanding, exam readiness     |
| **Audience**   | Scientific community                      | Individual or students                     |

A detailed [[investigation]] and [[analysis]] of a [[subject]] or situation.

see [[Research paper]]

see [[Research study]].

see [[Scientific study]].
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While a scientific study is a research study, not all research studies necessarily adhere to the strict principles of the [[scientific method]]. Scientific studies have a specific focus on adhering to scientific principles and methodologies, whereas research studies encompass a broader range of investigations conducted in various fields.

===== Classification =====

[[Study Classification]].