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Q: What is the difference between a research paper and a review paper?

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This is my first attempt at writing a scientific paper and I am thinking of writing a review article. I want to know what is the exact difference between a research paper and a review paper. Will…
  • Asked on 21 Jan, 2015

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A research paper is based on original research. The kind of research may vary depending on your field or the topic (experiments, survey,…

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Q: How do I write an inquiry to the editor about my manuscript's current status?

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Through Elsevier online system I have responded to the journal’s revision request, and after 2 days, the status has changed to 'with editor.' However, for the last 2…
  • Asked on 22 Mar, 2016

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Since the status has remained unchanged for the past two months, I think you can write to the editor inquiring about the status of your…

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Q: What is the best way of stating the background of a study?

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I want to write the background of my study. Can you give me any tips or guidelines?

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The introduction of your research paper should provide a background of the study. This includes an explanation of the area of your…

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Q: In research, what is the difference between implication and recommendation?

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In research, what is the difference between implication and recommendation?
  • Asked on 09 Dec, 2017

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Research implications suggest how the findings may be important for policy, practice, theory, and subsequent research. Research…

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Q: What are the basic rules for submitting the same research to a conference and a journal?

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I currently have research content to merely write the abstract of my study. I plan to submit the abstract to the Scholar Society Conference (deadline – mid of May) to be held in October. If I…

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First, let me clarify the basic rules:

When an article is presented at a conference, it is generally…

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Q: How long should I wait for a response from the journal?

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Hello! I have submitted my paper to a journal and it has been 1.5 months since then. How long should I normally wait for the editor’s response, and when should I send a reminder email? Also, if I…
  • Asked on 16 Oct, 2013

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I understand it can be quite a nail-biting time when waiting for the journal to get back to you about your submission. In my experience,…

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Q: Where can I find the email address for sending a pre-submission inquiry?

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I need to send a pre-submission inquiry to a journal. But I can't find the email address for sending pre-submission inquiries on the journal website. It only provides…

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I think you can use the email address provided for client contact. Additionally, you will definitely find the name of the editor-in-chief…

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Q: How to write a withdrawal letter to the journal

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Dear Editage Insights team, Thank you very much for your previous response to my query "What can I do if the editor does not confirm my withdrawal request". Thank you for guiding us in a right way…

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As discussed in the answer to your previous question, if you wish to withdraw your paper from a journal, you will have to send a…

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Q: What do the terms "lead author" and "co-author" mean?

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Who can qualify to be the lead author of a paper? Who can be a co-author? What do these terms exactly refer to?
  • Asked on 12 Dec, 2014

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In a research paper with multiple authors, one author is designated as the lead author. He/she:

Takes the overall responsibility for…
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Q: I have already finished writing my research paper. How can I publish it?

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My research paper is done completely right now, how can I publish and get my editor's contact email?

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From your question, it is clear that you have completed your research and written your manuscript. Now that you're ready to get your paper published, here's what you…

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