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Among the many ways in which journals differ in the way, they expect authors to format references is the way names of journals are given: whether spelled out in full or…
Handling abbreviations of journal names in references
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Graphs are often referred to as pictures of numbers. They capture the meaning behind a set of numbers and convey that meaning at a glance. This article discusses whether…
"Fill" patterns in graphs: decorative or functional?
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A footnote to a table is a pointer; it tells readers that whatever bit of text they are reading requires additional information to make complete sense. Learn in this…
Footnotes in tables (part 2): formatting, spacing, and punctuation
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A footnote to a table is a pointer; it tells readers that whatever bit of text they are reading requires additional information to make complete sense. Learn in this…
All too often, copyeditors focus on applying the correct style for numbers: for example, some journal publishers insist on omitting the space between the number and the…
Getting the citations and references right can be tricky—most researchers also consider it trivial. However, journals insist that authors follow the style recommended…
Cite Right: Handy advice on citations and references
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Tables and figures are used in research papers to effectively present detailed results and complex relationships, reduce the length of the manuscript, and enhance…
Tips on effective use of tables and figures in research papers
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The title, abstract, and keywords are one of the most important elements to publication success. A negligent or sloppy attitude towards these three vital elements…
How to write an effective title and abstract and choose appropriate keywords
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The aim of the journal article is to communicate your research effectively and help readers understand the issues at hand. This post explains how you can structure your…
Over the years we have measured “editing quality” in many different ways, and perhaps the most important of these is what you, the author, feel about the completed…