Everything you need to know to write a winning abstract for your research paper
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The abstract is one of the most important and compelling components of a research paper. This post will explain the purpose of abstracts and how to write one.a

The ICMJE recommendations on AI: Advice for authors and peer reviewers
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The ICMJE has put together guidelines and principles regarding the use of AI in conducting and reporting research. Let’s dive into the key recommendations in this article. 

Paper mills and the erosion of research credibility: Researchers beware
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This piece aims to raise awareness about paper mills, tracing its origins and modus operandi, and bringing to light the red flags researchers should be wary of.

7 Key considerations to craft a perfect patent application
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Here we give you some ideas on how to unlock the total value of your intellectual property and propel your research endeavors to new heights with 7 key considerations for a perfect patent…

What is self-plagiarism?
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Self-plagiarism can have unintended consequences, and it is safer to mention upfront that you are reusing your own text – but without violating any copyright – and supply the relevant information…

Can Wikipedia help communicate science accurately? How can you contribute?
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Whether you’re a scientist or not, you first run a basic Google search when looking up unknown scientific terms you encounter when reading an article or listening to a talk. And where do the…

What Is Plagiarism?
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Plagiarism occurs when an individual intentionally or unintentionally uses someone else’s work (text, images, music, videos, data, etc.) and does not give attribution.  Here we provide a…

Research integrity: what do international guidelines say?
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Research misconduct translates into a colossal wastage of resources and distortion of the foundation of evidence. Several international guidelines on good research practices and publication ethics…

Correcting the scientific record: dealing with retractions
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In this post, we discuss the why retractions occur and how ethical researchers can deal with the prospect of their work being retracted. 

How to make your figures accessible
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As figures are visual in nature, making them accessible means meeting the needs of users with visual impairments. Those who use scientific figures, including paper authors and publishers, can make…