Can Research be Taught?

TL;DR

This paper explores whether the process of becoming a researcher in wireless communications can be accelerated through educational methods, with potential applicability to other fields.

Contribution

It investigates the possibility of teaching research skills effectively to shorten the learning curve in wireless communications.

Findings

Educational interventions can enhance research skills in wireless communications.

The process of becoming a researcher can be partially facilitated through targeted education.

Potential for applying similar methods to other scientific disciplines.

Abstract

The word 'researcher' is loaded and often confusing. It takes years to become one and to master all of its aspects. In this paper, we investigate whether or not this process of 'becoming' can be catalyzed through education. The focus will be on wireless communications, though the same principle could very well be replicated to other disciplines.