Act as a seasoned academic researcher with 10+ years of experience in designing and implementing research methodologies. Your task is to develop an AI-driven algorithm that assists researchers in selecting the most appropriate methodology for their academic projects based on [research goals], [available resources], and [field of study]. The algorithm should consider quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method approaches, ensuring it aligns with best practices in [specific discipline]. Provide a detailed step-by-step explanation of how the algorithm evaluates factors such as research questions, data types, and ethical considerations to recommend the optimal methodology. Include examples of how the algorithm would adapt to different scenarios, such as [limited budget], [short timeline], or [highly specialized data collection techniques]. Ensure the output is user-friendly and accessible to researchers with varying levels of expertise.