ONDAS Framework - Innovative Research Method

The ONDAS Framework, a groundbreaking initiative developed by distinguished scholars Dr. Omar Khasro Akram and Dr. Daniel José Franco, represents a transformative approach to research methodology, tailored to support undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as seasoned researchers. In this era of the third decade of the 21st century, ONDAS presents a powerful solution for scientific researchers, equipping them with the necessary tools to efficiently conduct research and meet scheduled milestones.

Central to the ONDAS Framework is the discipline of Reserchology, an innovative study pioneered by ONDAS Scholars, particularly Dr. Eng. Omar Khasro Akram and Dr. Eng. Daniel Franco. Reserchology stands as a specialized field devoted to exploring and refining an all-encompassing methodology for conducting research, offering invaluable insights, guidelines, and systematic approaches. This empowers students and researchers to adeptly navigate the intricate layers of the research process with a focus on maintaining a high standard of knowledge and effectively addressing encountered challenges.

The overarching objective of Reserchology is to optimize investigative endeavours, ensuring a balance of rigour, efficiency, and meaningful contributions to the advancement of knowledge across diverse disciplines. By harnessing the ONDAS Framework, individuals gain the competence to navigate the complexities of their research projects, resulting in enhanced outcomes and substantial contributions to their respective fields.

Through the ONDAS Framework, the vast majority of undergraduate and postgraduate candidates find resolute support in overcoming the obstacles that have historically hindered the progress of their theses and dissertations. Often, these students have faced prolonged periods of uncertainty, grappling with justifications for their research problems and grappling with a decentralized and inefficient approach to their investigations. Regrettably, this arduous process has, at times, led to discouragement, dropouts, and unsatisfactory outcomes.

By incorporating the ONDAS Framework into their research endeavours, students and researchers can streamline their efforts, fostering a conducive environment for academic growth and success. The comprehensive approach of ONDAS provides a clear pathway to structured research, allowing individuals to stay on track, meet deadlines, and produce high-quality work that addresses crucial research challenges effectively.

In conclusion, the ONDAS Framework stands as an indispensable tool for researchers and scholars in the contemporary landscape of academic exploration. Reserchology, as spearheaded by ONDAS Scholars Dr. Omar Khasro Akram and Dr. Daniel José Franco, marks a paradigm shift in research methodology, guiding individuals towards achieving excellence in their academic pursuits. With the ONDAS Framework as their guiding beacon, students and researchers alike can surmount obstacles, maximize their potential, and leave a lasting impact on the ever-evolving landscape of knowledge and research.

  • Stage 1

    Details the researcher's background, the research problem, and the benchmark that the study strives to discover:

    Initial Problem Statement= Research Problem + Research Gap + Purpose of Study

  • Stage 2

    Places a justification of the gap and confirmation of the problem statement shown by the chosen benchmark, both of which discovered in stage 1 of the research process. At this point, the researcher will validate his/her new outcomes by comparing them to those of his/her prior work and the present study, thereby adding to the body of knowledge already existing.

  • Stage 3

    The researcher verifies the problem statement, to correctly identify the construct elements, including the Base of Research, Body of knowledge, Research Core, Main -RQ, Title of the Research, Covered Topics, Sources and Chapter Locations.

  • Stage 4

    The researcher continues to use research guides as his/her foundation, while working to define the Research Objectives, Sub-RQs, Expected Results and the New Contribution to the Existing Body of Knowledge.

  • Stage 5

    The researcher uses the Matryoshka Model, to sift through articles, theses, archives, books, between others. Here, it is basically any secondary material, to find relevant sources to the suggested subject on which the new LR would be based. Conversely, the researcher evaluates the originality of their own authoring of new LR. Moreover, the researcher builds a "Root Diagram" to prove the knowledge structure and confirm his/her studies based on related works and selected benchmarks in Stage 2. Furthermore, the researcher takes advantage of a "Ladder Diagram" to build a new theory for his/her developed literature review, based on what has been detailed in the root diagram (for Doctoral studies), whilst Master level studies do so via covered topics.

  • Stage 6

    The researcher is then able to "Link Theory to Practice", to determine the best approach, strategy, method, data, validation method, and variables of analysis. Here, the researcher must maintain Stage 4 feedback procedures throughout this stage.

  • Stage 7

    Here, it is required the researcher to compile their latest main findings, from primary data sources, and explain the methodology and strategies used to verify those results.

  • Stage 8

    The researcher offers a knowledge claim that substantiates the new contribution to the existing body of knowledge. It's important to note that a knowledge claim has to account for the four pillars of philosophy: epistemology, methodology, ontology, and axiology.

  • Stage 9

    The researcher needs provide an abstract of the project, scoping, this time, into "Stage 9". ONDAS Framework’s abstract includes the Theory, Study Background, Problem Statement, Research Objectives, Sources of Data, followed Methods, Expected Outcomes, Contribution for the Existing Knowledge and Purpose and Benefit of the Study. At this point, abstractions may come in many forms, depending on the complexity and area of expertise involved in the project.

  • Stage 10

    The researcher builds a Flowchart and Gantt Chart detailing the duration and timing of his/her investigation. Here, the researchers, who have requested funding, should prioritize finishing the study on schedule.

The use of the ONDAS Framework has been utilized to include 6 different disciplines like:

  • Natural Sciences (mathematics, physical science, chemical sciences, earth and related environmental sciences, and biological science);

  • Engineering and Technology (architecture engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, information engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, materials engineering, medical engineering, environmental engineering, environmental biotechnology, industrial biotechnology, nano-technology, food engineering);

  • Medical and Health Sciences (basic medicine, clinical medicine, health sciences, medical biotechnology, forensic science);

  • Agriculture Sciences (agriculture, forestry, and fisheries; animal and dairy science; veterinary science; agricultural biotechnology);

  • Social Sciences (Psychology, Economies and Business, Educational sciences, Sociology, Law, Political science, Social and economic geography, Media and communications);

  • Humanities (History and Archaeology; Languages and Literature; Philosophy, Ethics and Religion; and Arts).

This framework has evolved into a useful resource for thesis supervisors to use when passing along their specialized expertise in the research process. When the collected and analyzed data are considered improper or sufficient for ending a master's or doctoral thesis, having a beacon of light to lead the study is much preferable to modifying the original research approach or, worse, changing the main research. Our long-term objective is to retain as many working professionals as we can and help them graduate so that they may serve as academic-industry liaisons. This study contributes to proposing the theory of:

“ONDAS Framework is a multi-disciplinary reserchology's development theory that endeavors to provide a comprehensive explanation of the fundamental principles of scientific research, with the objective of exploring uncharted areas of knowledge to discover novel and innovative solutions with the potential to be patented, and ultimately revealing the secrets of knowledge”