Conceptual Vs. Empirical Research: Which Is Better?
Scientific research is often divided into two classes: conceptual research and empirical research. There used to be distinct ways of doing research and a researcher would proudly…
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How to write and structure academic manuscripts
Research Grant Proposal: A Sales Document Not a Technical Document
The competition for grant funding is fierce and authors need every advantage to gain the approval of the holders of the moneybags. One of the best pieces of advice I have ever…
New Physics Framework by Dan S. Correnti: A Book Review
Thinking about age-old problems in unconventional ways stimulates the brain and provides a fresh perspective to solve these problems. We recently came across a fascinating book by…
How to Optimize Your Abstract for Search Engines
Abstract is a back bone of your paper. It is something that will draw audience to read your paper. There are many things you have to keep in mind while drafting an abstract.
Use…
Why You Should Avoid Purple Prose in Academic Writing
Authors are understandably excited about the results of their research and aren’t always modest about trumpeting it. A finding is often described as novel, unique, the first such…
Data Massaging in Scientific Research: When Does It Go Too Far?
One of the joys of research is feeding a mass of data into a computer program, pushing the return button, and seeing a graph magically appear. A straight line! That ought to give…
How to Engage the Attention of the Reader in Your Research Paper
Good research, backed up by structured and attractively presented content created specifically for the target audience makes for an engaging article, which is bound to be read and…
Does the Length of an Abstract Really Affect the Citation of a Paper?
In today’s scientific landscape, the number of times a study is cited makes considerable difference to the significance of the study and the reputation of authors themselves. The…
Why Keywords Are Necessary to Build a Comprehensive Literature Review
The Importance of Preparation
The quotation, “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend four sharpening my axe,” has been attributed to Abraham Lincoln. Whether or…
Defining Your Research Problem
What is a Research Problem?
The terms research question and research problem are used interchangeably to reference the problem or issue you intend to investigate and/or solve with…
How Much Research Is Enough for a Good Literature Review?
The Purpose of a Literature Review
The key to any research study is the research question itself. A poorly written question that is too broad will generate questionable…
Is Basic Research Becoming Dependent on Private Donors?
Since the recession of 2009, research funding in the United States has become increasingly partisan and risk averse. As a result, funding for basic research (also known as pure or…