Write Clear Research Explanations

2021 ◽  
pp. 80-88
Author(s):  
Dennis Meredith
Keyword(s):  
Perceptual Process ◽  
White Space ◽  
Visual Landmarks ◽  
Active Voice ◽  
Word Structure ◽  
Average Sentence ◽  
Scientific Papers ◽  
End Use ◽  
The Right

Writing clear research explanations for scientific papers and other professional publications means using short, concise “thrifty” words and eliminating unnecessary “padding” words. Choosing precisely the right word will improve your writing, but also seek out the most vivid, compelling word. Structure sentences to communicate an idea clearly: keep the average sentence short to improve comprehension and give ideas punch, write longer sentences for more complex ideas, and place the concept at the beginning or end. Use the active voice to strengthen your explanations and engage the reader. Proofread exhaustively, performing each of the three levels of proofreading separately. Composing readable prose also means writing for the “reading eye,” taking into account the perceptual process of reading by creating layouts that offer visual landmarks such as paragraph indents, white space, drop caps, and pull quotes.

Sequence of Nasal-Stops as a Distinct Segment in Balinese

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 51
Author(s):  
I Nyoman Suparsa
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Body Posture ◽  
Official Document ◽  
Word Structure ◽  
The Right ◽  
Short Body

The article entitled “Sequence of Nasal-Stops as A Distinct Segment in Balinese” attempts to investigate wheather Balinese has sequence of nasal stops both bilabial nasal stops (<m-b>, <m-p>), alveolar nasal-stops (<n-d>, <n-t>), and velar nasal-stops (<ng-g>, <ng-k> or it has a prenasal stops both bilabial prenasal stops (<mb>, <mp>), alveolar prenasal stops (<nd>, <nt>) or it has velar prenasal stops (<ngg>, <ngk>). Based upon the data analysis, it has sequence of nasal-stop segments. The judgement is based on (1) the existence of suspicious syllabic nasal phonemes, (2) its clear word structure such as (a) VC.CVC e.g. <aggag> /aggag/ [ag.gag] ‘open’, (b) CVC.CV e.g. <bakta> /bakta/ [bak.ta] ‘bring’, (c) CVC.CVC e.g. <dapdap> /dapdap/ [dap.dap] ‘careful’ and (d) VC.CV e.g. <akta> /akta/ [ak.ta] ’official document’. (3) On the bases of its clear word structure, Balinese shares sequence of nasal-stop segments both bilabial nasal-stop such as <m-b> e.g. <embok> ‘elder sister’ of which the right pronunciation is [ǝm.bɔk] rather than prenasal stop [ᵐb] as in [ᵐbɔk], alveolar nasal-stop such as <n-d> in <cande> ‘just for kidding’ of which the right pronunciation is [can.dǝ] rather than prenasal stop [ⁿd] in [ca.ⁿdǝ] and velar nasal-stop such as <ng-g> in <bengkek> ‘short body posture’ of which the right pronunciation is [bǝŋ.kǝk] rather than velar prenasal [ᵑg] in [bǝ.ᵑkǝk].

scholarly journals International R&D Spillovers and Innovation Efficiency

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. 3974 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jianping Liu ◽  
Kai Lu ◽  
Shixiong Cheng
Keyword(s):  
Capital Stock ◽  
Stochastic Frontier Analysis ◽  
Stochastic Frontier ◽  
Sensitivity Analyses ◽  
Frontier Analysis ◽  
Country Level ◽  
Scientific Papers ◽  
Catch Up ◽  
The Right ◽  
The Impact

The objective of this study is to examine the impact of international research and development (R&D) spillovers on innovation efficiency of specific R&D outcomes, employing the country-level panel data for 44 countries in the 1996–2013 period. Fully considering the heterogeneity of different R&D outputs, scientific papers, PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patents, US patents, and domestic patents are observed separately, which enriches the angles of measuring international R&D spillovers. By applying a stochastic frontier analysis to knowledge production function, we find that foreign R&D capital stock positively contributes to the innovation efficiency of scientific papers, but suppresses the productivity of domestic patents, whereas it does not really matter for PCT or US patents. These results are robust to control for a set of institutional factors and also in sensitivity analyses. Hence, dependence on international R&D spillovers seems neither to be the right way for emerging economies to catch up, nor to be a sustainable model for developing countries to fill the technical gap. Local R&D capital stock, instead, keeps an essential contributor to all four R&D outputs, so raising internal R&D expenditure is actually the key to improving innovation level and sustainable development ability.

scholarly journals Analisis kebutuhan pelatihan ASN Penyuluh Keluarga Berencana (PKB) di Provinsi Lampung

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-43
Author(s):  
Anisa Banuwa ◽  
◽  
Annastasia Nika Susanti ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Family Planning ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Training Needs ◽  
Needs Analysis ◽  
Organizational Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Utilization Of Technology ◽  
Scientific Papers ◽  
Representative Office ◽  
The Right

Purpose: This study aimed to determine the right training for employees of BKKBN Representative Office in Lampung province based on the results of the training needs analysis. Research methodology: This research was a quantitative research with cross sectional approach. The number of samples in this study was 336 Family Planning Instructors (PKB) in Lampung Province. The data were collected through questionnaire instruments. Results: The results of training needs analysis for PKB showed that the obstacles in carrying out the duties mostly came from the internal factors which are related to personal tasks and competencies. The training required by PKB is training related to reproductive health, advocacy skills, and utilization of technology, article making and scientific papers, problem solving techniques, and effective communication. Limitations: For further research, it is recommended that researchers conduct organizational analysis and using varied data collection methods. Contribution: The results of this study can be a reference for BKKBN Lampung Province in conducting appropriate training for family planning counsellor (PKB) so that the effectiveness and productivity of the organization increases. Keywords: Training needs analysis, Family Planning Instructors (PKB)

scholarly journals Elizabeth Wager. GETTING RESEARCH PUBLISHED – An A to Z of Publication Strategy, Third Edition. Boca Raton, New York, London: CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, LLC, 2015. 188 pages; ISBN-13:978-1-78523-138-4 (Paperback) - CAT# K28669

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 185-186
Author(s):  
Doncho Donev
Keyword(s):  
New York ◽  
Scientific Paper ◽  
Research Papers ◽  
Essential Information ◽  
Publication Strategy ◽  
Good Publication ◽  
Scientific Papers ◽  
Publishing Strategy ◽  
The Right ◽  
User Friendly

PURPOSE: This book provides step-by-step guidance on developing a sound publication strategy for how to prepare and get research papers published. The book is a user-friendly guide, a route map for publishing that covers many topics, ranging from abstracts and blogs, tables and trial registration to ethical principles and conventions for writing scientific papers. Publishing the results of scientific research in the form of a scientific paper is the ultimate goal and the final stage of the research of each scientist. To write and publish papers is never going to be an easy task. With this book as their guide, researchers will be better informed and therefore should have an easier and altogether more pleasant path to publication with clear direction on how to choose the right journal, avoid publication delays, and resolve authorship disputes and many other problems associated with scientific publishing.CONTENTS: The 188 pages of the book are distributed in 5 chapters in Part I and 249 entries ordered by the letters of Alphabet in Part II creating an A to Z of publication strategy. In the Appendices there are four sections covering further reading, organizations, guidelines and principles of good publication practice for company-sponsored medical research. The book also contains key references and useful websites within many entries where it seemed helpful. The last ten pages of the book present an index to help users to find the information of interest in the book.CONCLUSION: The book is intended to help all authors, young and old, novice and experienced, to plan their research and publications effectively and prepare manuscripts for journals and other publications, increasing the likelihood that their work will be published. Providing essential information on publishing strategy and process, the book should be extremely useful to everyone who wants to publish research results.

Physico-chemical, engineering and functional properties of two soybean cultivars

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jagbir Rehal ◽  
Vinod Beniwal ◽  
B. S. Gill
Keyword(s):  
Functional Properties ◽  
Chemical Engineering ◽  
Heat Processing ◽  
Oil Absorption ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Swelling Capacity ◽  
Foaming Capacity ◽  
End Use ◽  
The Right ◽  
Baking Industry

Information on the physico-chemical, engineering and functional properties of soybean is pertinent to design equipment for the grading, pretreatments and processing. It will also help to decide the right end-use of the valuable crop as it has various diverse applications. This study evaluated these properties of two popular cultivars of soybean grown in Punjab, India viz. SL-744 and SL-958 and the investigations revealed that the grains of SL-958 are bolder and heavier than SL-744 with lighter color, greater hydration capacity, swelling capacity and volume making it more suitable for applications which require soaking and heat processing. SL-744 exhibits higher water absorption and oil absorption capacities as well as foaming capacity hence it can be used in baking industry where these properties are desirable for improving the texture, consistency and flavor of the prepared products.

Introduction to the Molecular Viscoelastic Theory of Polymers and Its Applications

1963 ◽  
Vol 36 (5) ◽  
pp. 1422-1458 ◽  
Author(s):  
Warner L. Peticolas
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Rheological Properties ◽  
Present Review ◽  
Molecular Characteristics ◽  
Viscoelastic Theory ◽  
End Use ◽  
The Right

Abstract In summation, it can be said that the relation between the molecular characteristics of polymers, such as molecular weight, branching and their corresponding distribution, and the rheological properties of polymers can now be given with remarkable success, though much work remains to be done and refinements are badly needed. These relationships should help permit the design of polymers with exactly the right molecular weight and branching distribution to meet specific end-use requirements. It is hoped that the present review will be of use to rheologists seeking to design polymers for certain end-use specifications as well as to stimulate further research in this area.

scholarly journals Enhancing the Transition Capability of Danish Biomass Technology By Applying a Futures Study Backcasting Methodology on the Biogas Sector.

2013 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 37 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rikke Lybæk ◽  
Thomas Budde Christensen ◽  
Tyge Kjær
Keyword(s):  
Future Research ◽  
The Political ◽  
Policy Regimes ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Chain Analysis ◽  
End Use ◽  
The Right ◽  
Energy Chain ◽  
Political Targets ◽  
Consistent Support

This paper discusses how the Danish biogas sector can achieve the political goals set outby the Danish government, in order to turn around the currently weak implementation ofthe technology. Biogas technology provides many environmental and energy relatedbenefits, but the transition capability of the technology has so far not been supported by astable policy pushing the sector in the right direction. The paper argues that a moreholistic and consistent support for the biogas sector must be developed, enhancing itsindependence from shifting Danish policy regimes. This could be achieved by applying abackcasting methodology in combination with future research activities which areidentified by means of energy chain analysis. The paper stresses that future Danish biogasresearch should be applied all along the sector’s energy chain, and not just in parts of it,looking at enhancement of the transition capability within ‘Resources’,‘Technology/Conversion’ and ‘Distribution/End-use’. The future research activities,proposed in this paper are interconnected and thought backwards with the goal ofcreating reachable aims for achieving the political targets set forth before the year 2020and 2050.

scholarly journals Pelatihan Penggunaan Kalimat Efektif Dalam Karya Tulis Ilmiah Bagi Guru UPT SMPN 10 Gresik

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (01) ◽  
pp. 13-19
Author(s):  
Ira Eko Retnosari ◽  
Rahayu Pujiastuti ◽  
M. Shoim ◽  
Sunu Catur Budiyono
Keyword(s):  
High School Teachers ◽  
Community Service ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Study Program ◽  
Junior High School Teachers ◽  
Structural Equivalence ◽  
Scientific Papers ◽  
The Right ◽  
Almost All

Abstrak   Dalam penulisan karya tulis ilmiah, diperlukan kalimat efektif. Kalimat efektif adalah kalimat yang dapat mengungkapkan gagasan pemakainya secara tepat dan dapat dipahami secara tepat pula. Bahan kajian yang baik tidak akan dipahami pembaca secara baik apabila penulisnya tidak mampu menjelaskan ide-idenya dengan kalimat efektif. Fenomena yang terjadi saat ini adalah beberapa guru belum menggunakan kalimat efektif dalam menulis karya tulis ilmiah. Berdasarkan fenomena tersebut, perlu dilakukan pelatihan menulis kalimat efektif bagi guru, khususnya penyusunan karya tulis ilmiah (PTK) dalam menulis kalimat efektif pada PTK dalam bentuk Program Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat (PPM). Kegiatan PPM ini telah dilaksanakan oleh Tim Prodi PBI UNIPA Surabaya dan berjalan dengan baik secara virtual. Hal tersebut dapat buktikan dengan berdasarkan hasil tes akhir peserta, kemampuan menulis kalimat efektif guru dengan kriteria kesepadanan struktur sebesar 70%, kecermatan 65%, kehematan sebesar 80%, keparalelan 70 %, dan kelogisan sebesar 75%. Dengan demikian, dapat dikatakan bahwa hampir semua peserta dapat menulis kalimat efektif dalam penyusunan PTK sesuai dengan kaidah bahasa Indonesia.   Kata kunci: kalimat efektif, karya tulis ilmiah, guru SMP   Abstract   In writing scientific papers, effective sentences are needed. Effective sentences are sentences that can express the ideas of the wearer precisely and can be understood precisely too. Good study material will not be well understood by readers if the writer is unable to explain his ideas in the right sentence. The current phenomenon is that some teachers have not used effective sentences in writing scientific papers. Based on this phenomenon, it is necessary to carry out training in writing effective sentences for teachers, especially the preparation of scientific writing (PTK) in writing effective sentences in the CAR in the form of Community Service Program (PPM). This PPM activity has been carried out by the PBI UNIPA Surabaya Study Program Team and is running well virtually. This can be proven by the results of the participants' final tests, the teacher's ability to write effective sentences with the structural equivalence criteria of 70%, accuracy of 65%, savings of 80%, parallelity of 70%, and logic of 75%. Thus, it can be said that almost all participants can write effective sentences in the preparation of PTK according to Indonesian principles.   Keyword: effective sentences, scientific papers, junior high school teachers  

scholarly journals #Pay4Reviews: Academic publishers should pay scientists for peer-review

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rodolfo Jaffé
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Peer Review ◽  
Open Science ◽  
Peer Reviews ◽  
Scientific Papers ◽  
Peer Reviewers ◽  
The Right

The exploitation of scientists by traditional academic publishers is widespread, as they monopolize the right to distribute scientific papers, strip authors of their own article’s copyrights, and charge them if they wish to read papers from their peers. It is then up to scientists to free themselves (and their papers) from the tyranny of academic publishers by refusing to perform free peer-reviews for them and by publishing open-access when possible. Starved of peer-reviewers, academic publishers would have nothing to publish, while subscription fees are doomed to disappear in an age of open-science. This system would also create incentives to perform peer-review: #Pay4Reviews

An Analysis of Fifty Citation Superstars from the Scientific Literature

1992 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-37 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joseph E. Harmon
Keyword(s):  
Science Citation Index ◽  
Scientific Literature ◽  
Citation Index ◽  
Literary Analysis ◽  
Reference List ◽  
Sentence Structure ◽  
Writing Style ◽  
Abstract Nouns ◽  
Average Sentence ◽  
Scientific Papers

This article contains results from a literary analysis of fifty scientific papers selected from the top 100 most-cited papers appearing in the Science Citation Index for the period 1945–1988. Most papers are from the field of biochemistry and became citation superstars because their authors discovered a method or material that numerous others could use in their own research. The typical paper has two authors, two tables, six figures, and twenty-two references. It adheres to the conventional topical organization, with the topics distributed as follows: 2 percent abstract, 5 percent introduction, 25 percent methods and materials, 50 percent results, 10 percent discussion, 4 percent conclusion, and 4 percent reference list. Tables and figures occupy about 30 percent of the article. With respect to the writing style, the average sentence is somewhat long (24 words) but not unreasonably so, and the sentence structure is simple greater than half the time. Moreover, sentences tend to rely heavily on to be verbs (about 80% of sentences have at least one) and abstract nouns (0.66 per sentence). Explanations for the typical form and writing style in these papers are provided.

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