Video: How to Find a Research Gap

Starting your research journey and wondering how to find the perfect research gap? This video is your go-to guide! Whether you are a new PhD student, early-career researcher, or someone diving into industry research, Dr. Daniel Wasser clarifies how to identify unanswered questions, gray areas, and overlooked topics in your field.  

Here are some tips for you to finalize your research question: 

• Textbooks don’t always show you what’s missing in literature. So be prepared to look beyond conventional sources. 
• Talk to your mentors. Their insights can help set the foundation for taking your research in the right direction. 
• Attend conferences and learn where the current research trends are leading. Conference presentations pose intriguing questions that need to be addressed.  
• Learn to spot contradictions or inconclusive evidence in existing studies. This is where future research directions become clear. 

Finding a meaningful research question is not just about doing something new—it’s about building on existing knowledge and exploring what has not been fully understood. For instance, you can identify underrepresented groups in previous studies or adapt an existing research methodology to local contexts. 

Watch this video and ask the right questions to kickstart impactful studies!  

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