Are my conclusions sufficiently clear based on my results? Are there logical gaps in my research paper that I need to address? Is my report structured appropriately? Are my survey questions impactful enough for the target audience based on my topic? These are just a few examples of questions a …
Dyanne Fernandes
As an academic, on-demand access to published research is indispensable. One study said that scientists devote 23% of their work time to reading research [1]. Another Elsevier report revealed that while finding and reading research is a time-intensive process, almost half of the shortlisted articles are not actually useful.[2] If …
Artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT have transformed the academic landscape, but are there any reasons why not to use ChatGPT for research? We say, YES! When OpenAI released ChatGPT in November 2022, it changed the way we interact with technology, fueling a curiosity within the …
As a researcher, mastering the art of academic paraphrasing can help you elevate your writing. Paraphrasing is more than just substituting words, it essentially involves understanding and rewriting text using different phrases and sentence structure, while maintaining the original meaning. In the academic context, effective paraphrasing adds variety to one’s …
When submitting an article or research paper, it is crucial to do in-depth language and consistency checks to ensure that it is free of grammar, language, and style errors. Typographical errors can be caught with a spell checker, but consistency issues are a critical proofreading error that are often overlooked. …
AI language editing tools are increasingly being used to ensure clear, error-free writing and there are several of these in the market. The pressing question is this – Among all the AI writing tools on offer, which one’s best suited to your needs as an academic researcher? In a 2022 …
After spending several months or perhaps even years on your research, you would likely have some expectations as a researcher struggling with manuscript editing. For instance, a basic expectation that you would have of any academic paper writing or editing tool you’re using is for it to be able to …
You’ve spent months or perhaps years on your research, and it is now time to present your findings to the world. A critical aspect remains—writing your academic manuscript. Documenting research effectively and quickly is no easy task. Your research collaborators and you may have varying language competency levels and other …
As a researcher intending to publish your work in a peer-reviewed journal, you have a responsibility to ensure that any and all ethical guidelines have been met and the relevant ethical declaration is present in your paper. Ethical declarations are a critical part of the submission process and non-adherence could …