A Manual of Essential Tools and Opportunities in Research outlines the steps necessary to conduct research and successfully complete it. This useful guide focuses on practical considerations, rather than theory alone, and covers the whole gamut of the research process. Topics covered include FINER framework, economics and cost-effectiveness, and data visualization. The book is a valuable resource for graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, early independent researchers and clinical researchers across the biomedical and life sciences. Offers tips on how to conduct research and implement frugal innovation in developing countries Provides a handy compilation of useful resources for everyday research tasks Includes guidance on choosing software Highlights strategies for overcoming potential research pitfalls.