How does one do research in any field? [closed]

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"How does one do research in any field?" You are not expected to know how to answer that question at the start of a PhD program, and an advisor's primary job is to guide you through that process. The commenters are right that this is an extremely concerning situation that you should take seriously. Seek another advisor immediately.

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