Improving Readability and Avoiding Redundancy and in Research Writing
There have been times when I've taken up a research article,
only to put it back down halfway through. Although the study's findings are
intriguing, the manuscript's writing lacks polish. The effect of your own
published work may be diminished as a result of these concerns. We're all aware
of how critical it is to speak clearly and concisely. Peer reviewers are less
inclined to accept or publish a paper that has been written in a sloppy manner.
Good readability, on the other hand, is more than just acceptable English use.
When writing a scientific paper, it helps to provide the
facts in a clear and simple manner. This implies that words and phrases need to
be carefully selected to convey the desired message with the most effect
possible. The removal of redundant phrases enhances reading, since they do not
add to the content.
If you've read and re-read your text several times, it might be tough to identify repetitive content. Think about the following phrases in a research paper.
The following are examples of phrases that are redundant:
- A purple liquid was produced as a consequence of the process.
These phrases seem to be innocuous at first look. What's the
big deal if you understand what they're saying? In light of this, consider the
following possibilities:
- The liquid was purple.
- Modifications were made recently to the model. (Update: don't write in passive voice)
- The ligand and the chemical competed for binding.
- Labeled antibodies were used to identify each sample.
Because they exclude extraneous details, the sentences in
the second list have a greater effect. Because purple is a color, it isn't
required to explain to the reader what it is. Overusing words will cause the
reader to get disinterested in what you're trying to say.
With a well-structured document, you may increase readability.
The reader is more likely to stay interested in a well-structured piece of writing. If you want to guarantee that your paper is organized, here are some tips.
To begin, be certain that each phrase conveys just a single
truth. Trying to convey a lot of information in a single phrase may be tedious
and confusing for the reader. The active voice may be used to keep sentences
brief, energetic, and intriguing.
Make sure each paragraph has a distinct subject matter. In
one paragraph, present the issue, elaborate on it, and draw a conclusion.
Having a smooth transition between paragraphs helps make your writing more
readable.
Most papers include an abstract as well as a brief introduction, a methodology section, a set of findings, and a conclusion. The abstract is a brief overview of the work, often no more than 300 words long. The introduction provides background information, while the methods section explains how the research was carried out. There is a discussion part where the findings are presented and the significance of the findings is highlighted. It is critical to deliver information in the appropriate part in order to minimize repetition. As an example, in the findings section, methodological information should not be discussed, and results should not be repeated in the discussion. More particular guidance on article structure may be found in the guidelines provided by each journals.
When crafting your work, always keep the reader in mind. It's important to present significant material that clearly explains why, how, and what you did, with a focus on the essential findings. This article's advice on how to avoid repetition will help you communicate more effectively with your audience.
~JTT
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