Quoting is an essential aspect of academic writing, as it allows writers to incorporate the ideas and perspectives of others into their work. However, it’s important to know when to use quotes correctly to avoid misrepresenting the views of others or committing plagiarism. In this blog post, we will explore …
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Incident vs. incidence are confused with each other frequently due to their similar spellings and pronunciation. However, they have different meanings and usage, especially in the scientific and research domains. …
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Language & Grammar
Adsorption vs. Absorption – A Different Letter Can Make All the Difference
by Arushi GuptaAdsorption vs. absorption are two concepts that are often a subject of confusion for researchers. While both of them involve the attachment of molecules to a surface, there are fundamental …
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Language & GrammarPHD Pointers
7 Common Writing Mistakes to Avoid in Your Research Paper
by Arushi GuptaCommon writing mistakes can negatively impact your manuscript’s chance of acceptance. With rejection rates in some top international publications as high as 97%,1 this is something that researchers should worry …
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In the competitive world of research, it is critical to produce high-quality work while safeguarding research from potential intellectual theft. Research data protection is important for researchers who spend many …
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The words “precede” and “proceed” are often confused with each other, but they have very different meanings. Let’s understand how the two words differ from each other and can be …
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The words “into” and “onto” are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings that can have important implications for researchers and scientists. Let’s help you understand the difference between …
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PHD PointersProfessional WritingResearch Advice
Manuscript Withdrawal: Reasons, Consequences, and How to Withdraw Submitted Manuscripts
by Mary OommenResearchers and authors sometimes come across situations in their publication journey when they are faced with making the difficult decision to withdraw their manuscript from the journal it was submitted …
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Academic writing is an essential part of a researcher’s toolkit and it is critical for PhD students to develop good writing habits as they transition into the academic world. However, …
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Paperpal’s AI writing assistant is an essential tool for students, researchers, and professionals who want to improve their writing and produce better manuscripts. In line with our mission to make …