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Writing a Research Paper: Structure and Content

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What is the role of the corresponding author?

To write the abstract of the article

To ensure all authors' contact details are correct and agree on the order of names in the article (correct)

To decide the keywords of the article

To index and retrieve articles

What is the purpose of an abstract?

To provide the full content of the article

To introduce the authors of the article

To help readers decide to read the entire article (correct)

To list all the keywords of the article

What should be avoided in writing an abstract?

Emphasizing different points proportionally with the main body

Using abbreviations (correct)

Including all the keywords from the text

Using generic names for chemicals and drugs

What is the recommended number of keywords?

3-10 Signup and view all the answers

Why are keywords important?

To help information services index and retrieve articles Signup and view all the answers

How should numbers be written in an abstract?

Numerals should be used for all numbers, except those that begin a sentence Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the title in a research paper?

To convey the maximum information with the minimum of words Signup and view all the answers

What type of title gives an indication of results achieved and conclusions drawn as well as the subject matter of the paper?

Informative title Signup and view all the answers

What is the main criterion for someone to be considered an author of a research paper?

They must have contributed something worthwhile Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the running title in a research paper?

To print the title at the top of left-hand text pages Signup and view all the answers

What is the main section of a research paper where the authors discuss the implications of their findings?

Discussion Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the abstract in a research paper?

To summarize the entire paper Signup and view all the answers

What type of title asks a question?

Question-type title Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of using a consistent spelling of an author's name in all their publications?

It helps in indexing and searching of publications Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Types of Manuscripts

Original research: presents new research findings
Rapid communications: publishes research quickly to share timely results
Review articles: summarizes and analyzes existing research
Case studies: in-depth examination of a specific case or situation
Logic targeted steps in writing a research: follows a structured approach to research writing

Elements of a Research Paper

Title: informative, concise, and catchy, conveying the main issue of the study
Abstract: summary of the article's content, helping readers decide to read the full article
Keywords: 3-10 words covering all aspects of the study, used for indexing and retrieval
Acknowledgement: recognition of contributions and support
References: list of sources cited in the research

Title Page

Title: main title, accompanied by a running title (short title appearing on top of pages)
Authors: list of authors, with corresponding author responsible for communication and publishing agreement
Abstract: brief summary of the article's content
Keywords: list of keywords relevant to the study

Characteristics of a Good Title

Conveys maximum information with minimum words
Expresses the main issue of the study
Orientates readers to the area of work
Types of titles: indicative, informative, and question-type titles

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Learn about the different types of manuscripts, including original research, review articles, and case studies, and understand the structure of a research paper, including introduction, methods, results, and discussion. Also, learn about the essential elements of a title page.