Lec.2 Flashcards
(27 cards)
What is a scientific paper?
A written and published report describing original research results.
What are some examples of non-primary publications?
- Review paper
- Conference report
- Meeting abstract
What is the shape of a scientific paper often compared to?
An hourglass: broad, then narrow, then broad.
What defines a primary publication according to the Council of Science Editors?
It must be the first disclosure with sufficient information for peers to assess observations, repeat experiments, and evaluate intellectual processes.
What are the two essential characteristics of primary publications?
- Susceptible to sensory perception
- Essentially permanent and available to the scientific community without restriction
True or False: Primary scientific publications must undergo peer review.
True
What is a review paper designed to do?
Summarize, analyze, and evaluate previously published information.
What are conference reports typically not designed for?
The definitive presentation of original data.
Fill in the blank: The first disclosure of new research data often occurs via _______ at a scientific meeting.
oral presentation
What mindset should a writer establish when approaching a writing project?
Writing to communicate, not to impress.
What is an important step in the prewriting process?
Write down ideas that occur while gathering scientific content.
What should be checked during the revision of a scientific paper?
- Consistency of numerical data
- Accuracy of information
- Conciseness of content
- Grammar, spelling, punctuation
What is advised when writing the first draft of a scientific paper?
Make time to write and set deadlines for drafting sections.
What is one principle of effective writing?
Cut unnecessary words and phrases.
What should be avoided when using verbs in scientific writing?
- Turning verbs into nouns
- Burying the main verb
What is a key aspect of the peer review process?
Referees help evaluate the work to ensure its success.
What should you do once your manuscript is nearly complete?
Show it to others and request feedback.
Fill in the blank: Different team members take different _______ in the research and reporting process.
roles
What is the purpose of prewriting steps in a writing project?
To organize thoughts and structure content effectively.
True or False: Review papers cannot contain new theories or ideas.
False
What is the main focus of a scientific paper?
To communicate research findings and their implications.
Is designed to summarize, analyze,
evaluate information that has already been
published
review article
reviews contain nothing
new. TRUE or FALSE
FALSE
From the best review papers come new
ideas and theories, and even new
paradigms.
T/F
TRUE
