A Scientific Approach to Scientific Writing

Abstract

In the modern world, every scientist who wants to publish findings in an interna- tional, peer-reviewed journal must write in English. This can be very challenging for people who are not native speakers of English. Indeed, it can be challenging for people who are native speakers. However, whether you are writing papers in your first or any other language, the process can be greatly facilitated by approaching it in a logical, systematic manner. Writing a paper is not easy, especially if you are not writing in your first language, but approaching the task methodically can ease the process, by: Delimiting the study. Writing brief (subsequently expanded) statements describing the rationale and specific objective(s) of the study, what was done, the main findings, novel aspects and limitations (focus) of the analyses, and finally the implications of the findings. Using these statements to compose each section of the paper, which should be written clearly and simply, following the target journals Instructions for authors, providing clear figures and tables, where appropriate. This procedure will help to maximize the chances of your paper being accepted. However, do not be too dismayed if it is rejected this does not necessarily mean that your work has no merit.