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Scientists face English writing challenges. A proposed solution is adopting a simplified, standardized English to improve clarity and precision in scientific communication.

Area of Science:

Scientific Communication
Linguistics
Scholarly Publishing

Background:

English is the dominant language in scientific research.
Many scientists struggle with English proficiency, hindering effective communication.
Current English usage can lead to ambiguity and errors in scientific texts.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose a radical solution for improving scientific writing in English.
To advocate for the adoption of a simplified, standardized English variant.
To enhance clarity, precision, and accuracy in scientific publications.

Main Methods:

Conceptual proposal for a simplified English standard.
Analysis of potential benefits for the scientific community.
Discussion of implementation strategies for adoption.

Keywords:

grammar journal lingua franca referee reviewing scientific article

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