How to Write a Research Paper: Step-by-Step Guide for Academics

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Before You Write: Plan the Paper

Strong papers begin with rigorous planning. Identify your research question, target audience, and the journal you are writing for before drafting a single word.

The IMRAD Framework

• Introduction: Why was this study needed? What gap does it fill?
• Methods: What was done, and how could it be replicated?
• Results: What was found? (Data only — no interpretation here.)
• Discussion: What do the findings mean? How do they compare with the literature?

Statistical Reporting Essentials

Report exact p-values (p=.032, not "p<0.05"). Always include effect sizes. Present means ± SD in the text; use tables only for complex comparative data.

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