+**Research design** is the foundational blueprint for any study, orchestrating the entire process from inception to conclusion. It is the strategic framework that guides the collection, measurement, and analysis of data, ensuring the validity and reliability of findings for a specific [Research Question](/wiki/research_question). This structured approach critically informs the selection of [Data Collection](/wiki/data_collection) techniques and analytical methods.
+## See also
+- [Methodology](/wiki/methodology)
+- [Experiment](/wiki/experiment)
+- [Data Analysis](/wiki/data_analysis)
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