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Writing for publication: argument and evidence.

Kathleen Fahy1

  • 1The University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan, NSW2308, Australia. Kathleen.fahy@newcastle.edu.au

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Summary

This guide helps new researchers write scholarly scientific papers for publication. It covers essential elements like the research question, thesis, and structure, ensuring clear communication and confident writing.

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Area of Science:

  • Scholarly Communication
  • Scientific Writing

Background:

  • Established guidelines exist for research reports, but clarity is lacking for scholarly scientific papers.
  • New writers often face uncertainty when preparing manuscripts for publication.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To equip novice scientific writers with the skills to confidently author scholarly papers for publication.
  • To clarify the distinctions and commonalities between scientific argumentation and formal debating.

Main Methods:

  • Discussion of scientific argument versus debating techniques.
  • Guidance on achieving appropriate tone and emphasis in scientific writing.
  • Explanation of correct verb tense usage in scholarly manuscripts.

Main Results:

  • Emphasis on the critical role of a clearly defined research question.
  • Presentation of the essential components of an effective scholarly paper.
  • Illustrative examples provided for each key element.

Conclusions:

  • An effective scholarly paper comprises a clear question, thesis, introduction, body, conclusion, and abstract.
  • Mastering these elements empowers new writers to contribute effectively to scientific literature.