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EDITOR IN CHIEF- ABDULLAH BIN SALIM AL SHUEILI

The importance of scientific research for both the community and the researcher

Research methods, unlike reliance on mental processes or group inductive reasoning, are not constrained by the limitations of critical thinking, biased discussion, or personal opinions.
The primary goals of research are to gather evidence to support theories and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of study.
The primary goals of research are to gather evidence to support theories and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of study.
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Scientific research development is regarded as one of the most important goals of countries and societies seeking to expand their knowledge and scientific infrastructure, and thus achieve prosperity and excellence in all aspects of life.


The importance of scientific research stems from the fact that it is a one-of-a-kind tool for staying relevant in our complex world, which is constantly evolving, and without it, we will have to rely solely on intuition, and the authority of others. Although many people are confident in their ability to decipher symbols, analyse phenomena, and interact with the world around them, history is littered with examples of how wrong they can be when they fail to recognise the importance of evidence to support hypotheses.


Scientific research is a method of objectively proving a hypothesis, claim, or observation. Research methods, unlike reliance on mental processes or group inductive reasoning, are not constrained by the limitations of critical thinking, biased discussion, or personal opinions.


Conducting research is also beneficial for developing and improving the body of knowledge and information that drives innovation, allowing us to live a healthier and more prosperous life in an educated, aware society that is aware of what is going on around it in terms of events and phenomena.


Scientific research is also necessary to disprove inaccurate or inadequate research claims. Scientific research brings together observations, knowledge, and data to solve problems, develop solutions, and generate new ideas. This applied science also allows individuals, industries, and countries to put information to the test by transforming abstract theories into practical applications, which is one of the factors that confirms the importance of scientific research.


In terms of the society’s importance, scientific research is a tool for increasing knowledge and promoting learning, providing a comprehensive understanding of various issues and raises community awareness, assisting in achieving business leadership, debunking lies and bolstering facts, seeking, analysing, and seizing opportunities, plant the seeds of a lifelong passion for reading, writing, analysing, and sharing useful information and educating the mind and acquainting it with the practice of criticism and analysis.


In terms of the researcher's importance, the true value of scientific research is enriching the researcher's knowledge in his field of specialisation, making him a fertile scientific reference for all researchers and students, and capable of analysing all potential research issues and problems, in addition to the following:


Allowing the researcher to gain access to all reliable scientific sources that will help him improve his knowledge, experience, and practice. Scientific research helps the researcher achieve a prominent position in the society in which he lives, as well as the job position that he deserves at his workplace (promotion). Furthermore, it aids in the development of the researcher's analytical and critical thinking skills.


The primary goals of research are to gather evidence to support theories and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of study. Understanding the significance of research may appear obvious, but many people are unaware of its true significance. However, whether a person is a member of a research institution or not, conducting research for them is not only important, but also necessary for a variety of reasons, including the following: scientific research is a tool for increasing knowledge and improving learning, scientific research is a tool for better understanding issues and raising public awareness, scientific research aids in business success, scientific research allows us to debunk myths and validate facts.


Scientific research is a method of identifying, measuring, and capitalising on opportunities. Scientific research fosters a love of reading, writing, analysing, and sharing useful information and scientific research feeds and exercises our minds.


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