FINER can be used with quantitative, qualitative or mixed methodology research questions. It focuses on applying the most appropriate criteria to your question so helps you consider the philosophical, logical, and scientific implications of writing research questions.
F: Feasibility
- Adequate number of subjects, expertise
- Affordable in time and money in manageable scope
I: Interesting
- Obtaining the answer should be interesting to science/health community
N: Novel
- Should confirm, extend or refute previous findings
E: Ethical
- Amenable to a study that institutional review board would approve
R: Relevant
- Relevant to scientific knowledge, clinical and health policy and future research