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Chapter 7 How to Select a Research Subject Think About… What should you consider of when you select a research subject? Is it important to choose a subject you are really interested in? Why? Why must you attend to new theory or technology? Do you always think independently? Is it necessary to search literature extensively? Why? Why are researchers encouraged to do interdisciplinary research? Generally your academic supervisor may assign a research area to you. However, you still need to come up with the idea of what you want to do on your research. In other words, you need to select your own research subject. How can you do it wisely? Follow Your Interest The simplest way to do your research best is choosing a subject you are really interested in. If you have great interest in something, you would spend much time and effort on it. You are happy to collect related literature by reading books and papers or browsing the Internet, check with the state of the art in your research area, and participate in professional activities including submitting papers and attending conferences. Follow Your Interest In other words, choose a subject that is worth researching and where you can exert your natural talents. After all, you do not want to be bored with your research subject before you even start, do you? Attend to New Theory or Technology A new theory or technology often brings about hot topics that attract the attention of many researchers. So always keep yourself updated with the frontier of your research area and work on those subjects where there is huge space for pushing forward your study. Attend to New Theory or Technology In order to propose a novel and original subject, you need to avoid repeating others’ work or running into an over-talked topic. In addition, ensure that your work is commonly important to those working in this field. Think Independently Keep in mind that what most people are doing is not necessarily the most suitable for you. Make accou