• Scientific curiosity is our most important attribute for generating research ideas.
  
  
• Most research ideas come from observing the work around you, talking to experts, and searching the literature.
  
  
• The Internet and conventions are good sources of ideas; be sure to carefully evaluate what you learn on the Internet.
  
  
• Use your research librarian to help you get started on a literature search.

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