The authors present their reflections on several of the major topics related to research. The subjects discussed include the quantity and quality of research; the motivation for research; the research process; research paradigm; restraints of research; and freedom to research. They point out that the haste to achieve success and to publish in most cases has precluded the learning process about the substance and methodology of research. An attempt is made to relate general problems of research and its methodology to research in the area of congenital facial deformities.
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