One use of statistical analysis is to make inferences from data samples to larger populations. Point estimation uses a sample statistic to estimate an unknown
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Scientific research plays a critical role in advancing our understanding of the environment and finding solutions to the increasingly complex problems that plague our world
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R Discovery stands as a beacon for researchers and students, providing an innovative platform that redefines how they discover and engage with scholarly literature. This
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R Discovery, a literature search and research reading platform, has 20+ publisher partnerships that allow it to provide researchers with the most efficient way to
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One way of ensuring that research is communicated in an engaging, impactful way is to use appropriately designed visual tools where possible. Why? Because our
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In December 2020, R Discovery, a literature search and reading platform, forged a unique partnership with IOP Publishing (IOPP), a scientific publisher owned by the
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Every type of research includes samples from which inferences are drawn. The sample could be biological specimens or a subset of a specific group or
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Ethnographic research, rooted in the discipline of anthropology, is a systematic and immersive approach for the study of individual cultures. Ethnographic research methods involve the
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Challenges with handling multiple research projects Researchers often tend to work on multiple research projects simultaneously. These could be in similar or different stages of
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Descriptive research is a methodological approach that seeks to depict the characteristics of a phenomenon or subject under investigation. In scientific inquiry, it serves as
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In 2022, R Discovery, a literature search and reading platform, forged a transformative partnership with Springer Nature, a global academic publisher, to make research more
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Finding science-backed answers to your research queries is still a complex process, despite millions of academic papers published every year. A search for scientific papers
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There’s been an increasing interest in simplifying science for kids and making research more accessible to young adults. In recent years, science and research has
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It’s not uncommon for budding academics to make errors in research, such as leaving out key aspects when setting up the research project. That is
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According to a report released by the UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS), less than 30% of the world’s researchers are women.1 In fact, numerous studies have
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The question, “What is a research problem statement?” is usually followed by “Why should I care about problem statements, and how can it affect my
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A few months ago, Clarivate Plc released its Journal Citation Report 2023, providing publisher-neutral data through a range of metrics, including the Journal Impact Factor
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The pursuit of research excellence is not for the faint of heart; you have to overcome several challenges faced by researchers to map a path
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Highly cited research articles often contain both implications and recommendations, but there is often some confusion around the difference between implications and recommendations in research.
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Writing a research paper is both an art and a skill, and knowing how to write the methods section of a research paper is the
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Have you been wondering “what is research design?” or “what are some research design examples?” Are you unsure about the research design elements or which
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“What is a p-value?” are words often uttered by early career researchers and sometimes even by more experienced ones. The p-value is an important 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 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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This year Cactus Communications celebrates 20 years of supporting researchers on their publication journeys. Starting with our editing service, Editage, CACTUS soon expanded to publication
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Are you a staff member of a scientific research institution? Have you ever wondered how you can foster positive leadership within your research center or
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The first thing that strikes you when looking at any of the guidelines on medical research is the contrived acronyms, starting right from QUOROM, short
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Ever wondered about the fate of your job application once you have sent off your CV (résumé)? How many have applied for the same job?
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While in so many ways. 2020 proved to be a difficult year, the global crisis also gave people the time to take a pause, reflect,
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In a heartening move for researchers across the country, the government of India proposed an Open Science Framework in its Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI)