Research that involves human subjects can be a delicate and complex matter that requires meticulous attention to ethical research practices. However, this wasn’t always the case; a few decades ago, researchers were not required to take consent from human subjects. This changed in 1947, when the Nuremburg Code laid the …
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For every research paper that is successfully published, there are thousands more that get left behind and there are many reasons for rejection. In fact, manuscript rejection rates can be as high as 97% in some reputed international journal publications.1 Yet, to assume that these paper rejections are because the …
Life sciences papers have seen a remarkable surge in importance. From advancements in genetics and genomics to breakthroughs in microbiology and ecology, the scope of biological research has broadened significantly as has its audience. As a result, there has been a jump in the number of life sciences papers being …
In academic publishing, peer review stands as both a guardian and a guide. The peer review process ensures that academic manuscripts meet the rigorous standards of quality, accuracy, and relevance before they are published and shared with the wider world. In this article, we explain what is peer review, delve …
Writing a personal statement for your PhD program is often a key requirement when applying to most institutions. The personal statement is considered to be a crucial part of the PhD application process, playing a major role in admission decisions. Even though it may seem difficult, writing a PhD personal …
The first step in any research project is framing the research question. It can be considered the core of any systematic investigation as the research outcomes are tied to asking the right questions. Thus, this primary interrogation point sets the pace for your research as it helps collect relevant and insightful …
Writing for academia can be a daunting task, not just for early career researchers but also for seasoned experts, which has led to the emergence of academic writing groups. A lack of time, the pressure to publish and the consequent build-up of anxiety often translates into a situation where researchers …
Academic writing in humanities plays a pivotal role in advancing the field and disseminating new ideas to a diverse global audience. With readers from various cultures and first languages, effective writing in humanities and sociology requires clarity, convention, and a structure that supports reader comprehension. To help researchers make their …
Writing in humanities and sociology requires a unique approach that goes beyond traditional research papers. These academic disciplines are vital to the understanding of our rapidly evolving and progressing world, which makes it important to convey your research in a clear, easy-to-understand way. While the goal remains to communicate your …
A thesis statement is basically a sentence or two that summarizes the central theme of your research. In research papers and essays, it is typically placed at the end of the introduction section, which provides broad knowledge about the investigation/study. To put it simply, the thesis statement can be thought …