Related Experiment Video
Updated: Feb 18, 2026
04:42
Micro-scale Engineering for Cell Biology
Published on: October 1, 2007
5.3K
Writing scientific manuscripts: most common mistakes.
1Universidade de Brasília, Programa de Pós-graduação em Odontologia (Brasília/DF, Brazil).
Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics
|November 22, 2017
Summary
This article highlights common manuscript errors identified through extensive editorial experience in orthodontic journals. It aims to guide authors in refining their scientific writing before submission to improve clarity and reduce frequent mistakes.
Area of Science:
- Orthodontics
- Scientific Publishing
Background:
- Extensive editorial experience reviewing thousands of manuscripts for leading orthodontic journals.
- Professional manuscript review differs significantly from general reader perspectives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and discuss frequently recurring errors in scientific manuscripts.
- To assist authors in enhancing manuscript quality prior to submission.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of common errors encountered during the editorial review process.
- Categorization of errors based on their appearance in conventional manuscript sections.
Main Results:
- Identification of recurring errors that frequently impact manuscript quality.
- Understanding the common pitfalls in scientific writing for orthodontic publications.
Conclusions:
- Addressing common errors proactively can significantly improve manuscript submissions.
- Guidance on manuscript structure and content can enhance scientific communication in orthodontics.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
01:32The Scientific Method
271.3K
The scientific method is a detailed, empirical problem-solving process used by biologists and other scientists. This iterative approach involves formulating a question based on observation, developing a testable potential explanation for the observation (called a hypothesis), making and testing predictions based on the hypothesis, and using the findings to create new hypotheses and predictions.
Generally, predictions are tested using carefully-designed experiments. Based on the outcome of these...
Generally, predictions are tested using carefully-designed experiments. Based on the outcome of these...
271.3K
02:40The Scientific Method
66.1K
Research is what makes the difference between facts and opinions. Facts are observable realities, and opinions are personal judgments, conclusions, or attitudes that may or may not be accurate. In the scientific community, facts can be established only using evidence collected through empirical research.
66.1K
03:50The Scientific Method
69.3K
Chemistry is an empirical science. Scientists often pose questions to understand the chemistry in everyday life and seek answers to these questions. To achieve this, scientists follow a definitive series of steps that together make up the Scientific Method. This approach involves making observations, asking questions, building a hypothesis, conducting experiments, analyzing results, and forming a conclusion.
69.3K
01:43Proofreading
61.6K
Overview
61.6K
01:36Mismatch Repair
43.9K
Overview
43.9K
01:15Systematic Error: Methodological and Sampling Errors
11.1K
In the case of systematic errors, the sources can be identified, and the errors can be subsequently minimized by addressing these sources. According to the source, systematic errors can be divided into sampling, instrumental, methodological, and personal errors.
Sampling errors originate from improper sampling methods or the wrong sample population. These errors can be minimized by refining the sampling strategy. Defective instruments or faulty calibrations are the sources of instrumental...
Sampling errors originate from improper sampling methods or the wrong sample population. These errors can be minimized by refining the sampling strategy. Defective instruments or faulty calibrations are the sources of instrumental...
11.1K