Research Ideas and Methods of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Author: Qiu Dewen
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a science with a long history. Through thousands of years of historical refinement, it has developed numerous research approaches and methodologies. We must guide our TCM research with Marxist philosophy, adhere to the correct direction of TCM studies, and strive to integrate new achievements of human science into the research of TCM. We aim to make Chinese medicine, this unique gem of the Chinese nation, stand tall among the world's civilizations and radiate even more brilliant light.
This textbook includes an introduction, preface, fundamental knowledge of TCM research, the generation, selection, and determination of research topics, the principles and methods of research design, the collection, organization, and utilization of TCM literature, the writing, defense, and publication of research papers, examples of research projects, commonly used statistical methods in TCM research, and the application of computer multimedia technology in TCM research. Through classroom lectures, post-class discussions, and exercises, students will be able to understand the importance and urgency of current TCM research and its promotion after completing this course. They will also master correct thinking methods and working approaches, enhance their scientific literacy, develop their skills, improve their ability to evaluate science, recognize the mainstream and trends of scientific development, as well as its frontiers and prospects. They will be able to arrange their studies and work appropriately, accelerate their personal growth, and achieve early and abundant results. This textbook will guide us to use our wisdom to conduct creative research. Moreover, it will help us distinguish between the correctness and errors of others' achievements, making practical contributions to the advancement of science and technology, especially in the field of TCM.