#105 Decoding Research | Stephen Scalet Hope It Helps podcast

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Today’s guest is Stephen Scalet. Stephen is an expert in the field of research with over 25 years of experience. He was previously Head of Economics & Research at the Emirates National Oil Company and Deputy Director of Economic Affairs at the Executive Affairs Authority before transitioning to his current role as Scientific Advisor in the Global Sector at Trends Research & Advisory, an independent research institution here in Abu Dhabi that aims to contribute to the shaping of the future.

During this episode we discuss how think tanks carry out research, what are the qualities of a good researcher, the different types of research and the challenge of managing internal biases in research.

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0:00 Intro

2:08 Stephen background

5:10 Different types of research

13:13 How can you maintain objectivity in research

21:50 Is research a science or an art?

27:06 How did Stephen get into the field of research

30:56 It’s about the process not the result

36:10 What are the characteristics of a good researcher

40:36 How do you know when a research project is finished?

43:35 Reflecting on your previous research work

46:20 Where do philosophy and research intersect

49:07 Managing internal biases

57:00 Data in research

1:02:05 Can you find the data anomalies in research

1:04:30 “Numbers don't lie” true or false

1:06:20 AI past, present & future

1:14:15 Stephen’s research mission (Interfaith communication)

1:20:45 Proud

1:26:00 Last message

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