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Research instrument
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What is a Research Instrument: Examples and Types

by Dhanya Alex August 31, 2025

When conducting academic or professional studies, having the right research instrument is essential to collecting valid and reliable data. A research instrument is the tool that enables a researcher to gather the information needed to answer their study’s questions or test hypotheses.1 Without a well-designed instrument, even the most carefully …

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August 31, 2025
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Data collection
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What is Data Collection: Methods, Techniques, Types, and Examples

by Sunaina Singh August 27, 2025

“With data collection, ‘the sooner, the better’ is always the best answer,” according to Marissa Mayer, former President and CEO of Yahoo. For any researcher, this rings true when you consider how the quality and timing of your data shape your entire study. Data collection serves as the foundation of …

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August 27, 2025
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coherence in academic writing
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How to Ensure Coherence in Academic Writing?

by Paperpal April 9, 2025

A well-written academic paper is crucial for effectively communicating research findings. Even the most innovative and groundbreaking concepts and ideas that a researcher might have will have little impact if they are not well articulated and presented. Therefore, it is imperative to ensure cohesion and coherence when writing research papers. …

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April 9, 2025
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APA format
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How to Write Your Research Paper in APA Format

by Paperpal July 24, 2024

The American Psychological Association (APA) is an official style format that is used by researchers and authors for academic and scientific writing. It is basically a standardized style guide used in psychology, education, and social science. It provides a framework for structuring research papers, presenting findings in a clear and …

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July 24, 2024
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academic paragraph
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How to Write an Academic Paragraph (Step-by-Step Guide)

by Paperpal July 10, 2024

Unlike creative writing or day-to-day writing, academic writing is highly focused on critical analysis, is typically based on research, and adheres to strict academic conventions. In academic writing, every paragraph seeks to serve the purpose of discussing and sharing information on scientific or scholarly topics with a focused academic community. …

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July 10, 2024
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What is Academic Writing: Tips for Students

by Paperpal April 18, 2024

Students and early career researchers need to distinguish clearly between academic and general or non-academic writing. Both types of writing have their respective styles, structures, and basic guidelines that writers use depending on the matter and the audience they are intended for. It’s crucial to understand the implications of mixing …

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April 18, 2024
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hedging in academic writing
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What is Hedging in Academic Writing?  

by Paperpal April 11, 2024

In academic writing, researchers and scholars need to consider the tonality and sweep of their statements and claims. They need to ask themselves if they are being too aggressive in trying to prove a point or too weak. If you’ve ever struggled to ensure your academic writing sounds confident yet …

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April 11, 2024
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Medical research: 10 Tips to improve medicine manuscripts
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Medical Research: 10 Tips to Improve Medicine Manuscripts

by Elizabeth Oommen George May 4, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a renewed focus on pharma and medical research, with a surge in new ideas, discoveries, and breakthroughs. As such, it is essential for research authors to ensure they are following the highest standards of medical research and ethics, adhering to the right academic and …

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May 4, 2023
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