Writing and Publishing a Scientific Research Paper [Hardcover]

This book covers all essential aspects of writing scientific research articles, presenting eighteen carefully selected titles that offer essential, must-know content on how to write high-quality articles. The book also addresses other, rarely discussed areas of scientific writing including dealing with rejected manuscripts, the reviewers perspective as to what they expect in a scientific article, plagiarism, copyright issues, and ethical standards in publishing scientific papers. Simplicity is the books hallmark, and it aims to provide an accessible, comprehensive and essential resource for those seeking guidance on how to publish their research work.

The importance of publishing research work cannot be overemphasized. However, a major limitation in publishing work in a scientific journal is the lack of information on or experience with scientific writing and publishing. Young faculty and trainees who are starting their research career are in need of a comprehensive guide that provides all essential components of scientific writing and aids them in getting their research work published.

Why write a scientific research paper.-?Components and structure of a scientific paper.-?Title, title page, covering letter.-Abstract and key words.-?Introduction.-?Methods.-?Results.-?Discussion and conclusion.-References.-?Figures/Tables/ Supporting materials and annexure.-?Choosing a journal for paper submission and methods of submission.-?Revision of an article and how to deal with the rejected manuscript.-?Authorship and Contributorship.-?Types of manuscripts.-?What does a reviewer look into a manuscript.-?Open Access for publication  can it be chosen?.-?Plagiarism and permissions.-?Ethics of research publication.This is a step-by-step guide to writing a scientific paper. Each chapter covers one element of the research paper, including how to prepare it and how and where to submit it. & This is a useful addition to the library of any trlE