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What best describes a Technical Note in scientific writing?
What best describes a Technical Note in scientific writing?
- A description of a specific technique or modification applicable to medicine. (correct)
- An exploration of an author's personal viewpoint on a subject.
- A collection of images accompanied by limited text.
- A detailed analysis of recent developments on a specific topic.
Which characteristic is unique to a Pictorial Essay?
Which characteristic is unique to a Pictorial Essay?
- It heavily relies on the quality of images to convey its message. (correct)
- It presents a critique of original articles in the journal.
- It provides new information on a medical topic.
- It includes comprehensive discussions on various viewpoints.
What is the primary purpose of a Review paper in scientific writing?
What is the primary purpose of a Review paper in scientific writing?
- To introduce new information on a specific topic.
- To analyze and highlight recent developments in literature. (correct)
- To provide a personal opinion on controversial medical issues.
- To present images that illustrate a particular medical concept.
Which of the following is NOT a component of the standard structure for scientific papers?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the standard structure for scientific papers?
What defines a Commentary in scientific writing?
What defines a Commentary in scientific writing?
How long should the title of a scientific paper ideally be?
How long should the title of a scientific paper ideally be?
In what form can an Editorial be presented?
In what form can an Editorial be presented?
Which component is crucial for understanding the framework of a scientific study?
Which component is crucial for understanding the framework of a scientific study?
What is the primary focus of a literature review?
What is the primary focus of a literature review?
Which organizational method groups studies by their themes?
Which organizational method groups studies by their themes?
What is a useful tool for summarizing literature findings?
What is a useful tool for summarizing literature findings?
What tense should be primarily used when discussing current research findings?
What tense should be primarily used when discussing current research findings?
Which voice is generally preferred in writing a review of literature?
Which voice is generally preferred in writing a review of literature?
Which of the following best describes methodological organization of a literature review?
Which of the following best describes methodological organization of a literature review?
What phrase indicates agreement between authors in a literature review?
What phrase indicates agreement between authors in a literature review?
What should you include in a summary table of your literature review?
What should you include in a summary table of your literature review?
What verb tense should be used to report the contents of past research findings?
What verb tense should be used to report the contents of past research findings?
Which of the following is an example of using the present perfect tense in citations?
Which of the following is an example of using the present perfect tense in citations?
Which of the following is a common error when reviewing literature?
Which of the following is a common error when reviewing literature?
What is the primary purpose of the methodology section in a research paper?
What is the primary purpose of the methodology section in a research paper?
Which of the following describes a well-established protocol in research methodology?
Which of the following describes a well-established protocol in research methodology?
What is a potential consequence of hurrying through the literature review?
What is a potential consequence of hurrying through the literature review?
What is the primary function of the abstract in a research article?
What is the primary function of the abstract in a research article?
Which of the following elements is NOT typically included in a research article's introduction?
Which of the following elements is NOT typically included in a research article's introduction?
Which aspect of previous research should be focused on when using the present perfect tense?
Which aspect of previous research should be focused on when using the present perfect tense?
What could inadequate bibliographic compilation lead to in a literature review?
What could inadequate bibliographic compilation lead to in a literature review?
What should be the maximum word limit for an abstract, as per common journal requirements?
What should be the maximum word limit for an abstract, as per common journal requirements?
Why is it important to include keywords in the title of a research article?
Why is it important to include keywords in the title of a research article?
What aspect of the research problem is typically addressed in the first paragraph of an introduction?
What aspect of the research problem is typically addressed in the first paragraph of an introduction?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of including background information in a research introduction?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of including background information in a research introduction?
In the introduction, how should researchers address gaps in existing literature?
In the introduction, how should researchers address gaps in existing literature?
What is meant by the '3 Paragraph Rule' in writing an introduction?
What is meant by the '3 Paragraph Rule' in writing an introduction?
What is the primary purpose of the R&D section in a research paper?
What is the primary purpose of the R&D section in a research paper?
Which of the following is NOT a common problem found in conclusions?
Which of the following is NOT a common problem found in conclusions?
What should the conclusion of a research paper typically include?
What should the conclusion of a research paper typically include?
What is an essential aspect of the Recommendation section in a research paper?
What is an essential aspect of the Recommendation section in a research paper?
Which tense should be used when writing the results section of a research paper?
Which tense should be used when writing the results section of a research paper?
Which element is crucial for justifying the results or claims in a research paper?
Which element is crucial for justifying the results or claims in a research paper?
What is a significant implication of mentioning complexities in the conclusion?
What is a significant implication of mentioning complexities in the conclusion?
What is a necessary practice when citing information in a research paper?
What is a necessary practice when citing information in a research paper?
Study Notes
Types of Scientific Paper
- Technical Note: Describes a new technique, procedure, or equipment relevant to medicine.
- Pictorial Essay: A teaching article emphasizing images; minimal text, relying on figure legends for explanation.
- Review: An analysis of recent developments on a specific topic; summarizes previously reported literature without presenting new findings.
- Commentary: A short article expressing the author's perspective on a topic, may cover controversial issues and does not introduce new information.
- Editorial: Provides a critique or review of articles in the same journal issue, offering a brief overview of a subject that doesn’t require extensive discussion.
Basic Structure of a Scientific Paper
- Standard Components: Include Title, Abstract, Keywords, Body (IMRAD format), Tables/Graphs/Figures, Conclusion, Recommendations, References, and Appendices.
- Title, Abstract, and Keywords: The title should be descriptive, precise, under 20 words, and free from unnecessary terms. Abstracts typically range from 250 to 500 words summarizing the article's content, including relevant keywords for search optimization.
Title Improvement Examples
- Original: "A qualitative and quantitative study of Typhoon Rosing’s damage to the mango trees..."
- Improved: "Typhoon Rosing’s damage to two mango orchards in Laguna."
Introduction Components
- Importance of the Study: Outline the research problem and why it is significant.
- Background: Summarize existing research to provide context and establish a gap.
- Purpose: Clearly state how the study relates to previous work and what makes it unique.
Review of Literature
- Organization Strategies: Chronological order, thematic structure, or methodological focus to categorize past studies.
- Writing Techniques:
- Agreements: Connects various authors’ viewpoints.
- Disagreements: Highlights contrasting opinions.
- Voice Usage: Favor active voice for clarity unless passive voice is warranted.
Verb Tenses in Literature Review
- Present Tense: For ongoing relevance or present comments about previous studies.
- Past Tense: For reporting findings from completed research.
- Present Perfect: For discussing the body of research or general trends.
Common Errors in Reviewing Literature
- Rushing through reviews, over-reliance on secondary sources, focusing on findings over methods, and failing to include diverse source types.
Methodology Section
- Details the research process clearly enough for replication, including relevant protocols and justification of methods based on literature.
Results and Discussion Purpose
- Present results effectively and address their significance, implications, and relation to previous research.
Conclusion Section
- Summarizes purpose and principal findings, linking them to the study's implications. Avoids unnecessary details while addressing broader contexts.
Recommendation Section
- Suggests areas for further research, providing explicit and detailed action steps.
References
- Mandatory acknowledgment of all sources of information, methods, data, and diagrams using a recommended referencing style.
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Explore the various types of scientific papers, including technical notes and pictorial essays, as outlined in the Singapore Medical Journal. This quiz will test your understanding of effective medical writing and the distinct characteristics of different paper types.
