Healthcare Research Program

Taught By

Mrudula Naidu

A PhD candidate at NYU School of Medicine, Mrudula leads multiple human subject studies on environmental impacts in child development. Her research career spans Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Harvard School of Public Health, where she advanced maternal and child health initiatives. As Chair of the Young Pharmacist's Group at the International Pharmaceutical Federation and President of NYU's Global Public Health Action Network, she continues to shape medical research while mentoring future health leaders.

Week by Week Curriculum

Week 1

Introduction to public health research and core principles
Explore fields like children's health, environmental health, and infectious diseasest

Week 2

Access and explore major public health databases from CDC and WHO
Develop hands-on skills in health data analysis and visualization

Week 3

Learn quantitative and qualitative research approaches
Gain practical experience with professional survey tools like SurveyMonkey and Qualtrics

Week 4

Master literature review fundamentals using academic databases
Learn effective research techniques using PubMed and Google Scholar

Week 5

Choose your research specialization track based on your interests and goals
Create detailed project roadmap with personalized milestones

Week 6

Deep dive into research methodologies and background development
Begin project implementation with structured guidance

Week 7

Learn advanced data collection and analysis strategies
Develop problem-solving skills for common research challenges

Week 8

Share preliminary findings with peers
Receive structured feedback and guidance for improvement

Week 9

Refine final project components
Learn effective presentation techniques for research communication

Week 10

Present completed research projects
Receive certification and discuss future opportunities in public health

The PhD Blueprint: Medical Research Intensive

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