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So you want to do research? 6: Reporting research
1North East London Consortium for Research and Development, Mile End Hospital, London, UK. keith.meadows@thpct.nhs.uk
British Journal of Community Nursing
|February 18, 2004
Summary
This article guides researchers on disseminating findings, covering author agreements, audience-specific writing, and reporting qualitative/quantitative research. It also provides tips on titles, abstracts, references, and acknowledgments for publication.
Area of Science:
- Research Methodology
- Scientific Communication
Background:
- Dissemination is a critical, yet often overlooked, component of the research lifecycle.
- Effective dissemination ensures research impact and knowledge translation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive guide on preparing research findings for dissemination.
- To outline key considerations for reporting qualitative and quantitative research.
- To offer practical advice on manuscript preparation for publication.
Main Methods:
- Review of key issues in research dissemination.
- Guidelines for reporting qualitative and quantitative research.
- Discussion on manuscript components: title, abstract, references, acknowledgments.
Main Results:
- Establishment of author agreements is an initial step.
- Audience analysis is crucial for determining report content.
- Editors use specific criteria for manuscript review.
Conclusions:
- Strategic dissemination enhances research visibility and impact.
- Adherence to reporting guidelines improves manuscript quality.
- Understanding editorial criteria is vital for successful publication.