The academic writing process is made up of a several intricate tasks that require authors to balance their research with stringent academic writing conventions. Walking this tightrope can pose several challenges in academic writing, including writer’s block, language barriers, writing and paraphrasing. This is where Paperpal, a complete AI writing …
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The conclusion of a research paper is a crucial section that plays a significant role in the overall impact and effectiveness of your research paper. However, this is also the section that typically receives less attention compared to the introduction and the body of the paper. The conclusion serves to …
Paperpal is getting even bigger and so much better! Today, we announce the launch of Paperpal Copilot, a generative AI feature built on secure proprietary technology. With Paperpal Copilot, we’ve transitioned from being an in-depth grammar checker to a comprehensive academic writing toolkit that helps you save time and write …
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 …
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 …