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S Meedya¹, H Zedan², D Davis³

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This guide clarifies scientific writing for novice researchers. It details how to structure scholarly papers, from defining a research question to writing the abstract, for successful publication.

Keywords:

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Area of Science:

Scientific Communication
Scholarly Publishing

Background:

Novice writers require specific guidance on scholarly scientific writing for publication.
Existing research report guidelines may not fully address the nuances of publishing academic papers.

Discussion:

This paper demystifies the process of developing a scholarly paper for publication.
It emphasizes a clear research question as the foundational element.
Key components discussed include thesis, introduction, body, discussion, conclusion, and abstract.

Key Insights:

A well-defined research question is crucial for effective scientific writing.
Understanding the structure of a scholarly paper enhances clarity and impact.
Confidence in scientific writing skills is developed through structured guidance.

Outlook:

Future research could explore specific challenges faced by non-native English-speaking scientists.
Developing interactive tools for scientific paper construction is a potential avenue.
Further studies could analyze the impact of structured writing training on publication rates.