A variable is an important element of research. It is a characteristic, number, or quantity of any category that can be measured or counted and
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Theoretical framework 1,2 is the structure that supports and describes a theory. A theory is a set of interrelated concepts and definitions that present a
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Introduction Research is at the center of everything researchers do, and setting clear, well-defined research objectives plays a pivotal role in guiding scholars toward their
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If you’re wondering what is quantitative research and whether this methodology works for your research study, you’re not alone. If you want a simple quantitative
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Qualitative research is a type of method that researchers use depending on their study requirements. Research can be conducted using several methods, but before starting
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Communicating with the journal editor1 One of the most common queries among authors is probably how to write an email to a journal editor? And
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Author affiliation in research papers is an important element because it offers readers useful information about where the research was conducted. However, the time from research
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The importance of research collaborations Research collaborations are associations among researchers, authors, universities, and organizations, all of whom have a mutual benefit from developing these
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What are scientific poster presentations1? Scientific poster presentations are commonly used in the academic community to provide visual summaries of a research study or project.
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When conducting a literature search, researchers may refer to a variety of sources such as books, newspapers, periodicals (journals and magazines), and websites to gather
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The research process has multiple steps, including critical must-dos before conducting research. Image by jannoon028 on Freepik What is research process and why is it necessary
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Importance of an effective literature search Research is never done in a vacuum – it is built on previous knowledge in the field and aims