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Research methodology on scientific paper , how to write scientific research paper

1. What is Scientific Research? Definition of Scientific Research : Scientific research is a systematic investigation aimed at discovering, interpreting, or revising facts, theories, and laws in a structured way. It seeks to generate new knowledge or validate existing knowledge using logical and empirical methods. Key Characteristics: Systematic – Follows a structured method or plan. Evidence-based – Relies on observation, experimentation, and data. Reproducible – Results can be verified and repeated by others.

2. Importance of Research Content : Advances Knowledge: Expands understanding of natural, social, or technical phenomena.Solves Real-World Problems: Provides solutions in medicine, technology, environment, and society.Drives Innovation : Leads to new methods, products, and processes that improve life. Optional Visual Ideas: Purpose: Show that research is not just academic—it has practical and societal impact, influencing progress and decision-making

3. Research Gap Definition : The gap represents missing knowledge, unresolved problems, or unanswered questions in a specific research area. Examples : Limited understanding of solar cell efficiency in extreme climatesLack of effective drugs for rare diseasesInsufficient data on climate change impacts in certain regions Purpose : Shows why your research is necessaryJustifies the study by demonstrating the need to fill the gap Optional Visual Ideas:

4. Research Objectives Definition : Clear, specific aims your research seeks to achieve. Examples : To develop more efficient solar cell materials. To evaluate the impact of a new drug on a specific disease. To investigate the effect of environmental factors on crop yield. Research Questions What problem is being addressed? How will the study provide solutions or insights? Purpose: Defines the focus and scope of your study. Guides the methodology and expected outcomes. Optional Visual Ideas: Research Question → Objective → Approach → Result

5. Literature Review Definition : A summary and analysis of existing studies relevant to your research topic. Purpose : Identify what has already been studied Highlight gaps, limitations, or controversiesProvide context for your research Key Points to Include: Major findings of previous research

Methods used in earlier studies

Strengths and weaknesses of existing work Optional Visual Ideas: Table or chart summarizing key studies (Author, Year, Findings, Gaps) Timeline diagram showing evolution of research in your field

6. Need for Contribution Explains why your research is important and necessary? Key Points: Fills the gaps identified in previous research Offers new insights or solutions to unresolved problems Advances scientific knowledge or practical applications Purpose: Justifies the relevance and significance of your research.Shows how your study adds value to the scientific community and society.

7. Types of Scientific Contributions Theoretical: Development of new models, concepts, or frameworks. Experimental : Generation of new data, discoveries, or empirical findings. Methodological : Introduction of new techniques, tools, or procedures. Applied : Practical applications that solve real-world problems. Purpose : Helps classify your research contributions. Shows how your work fits into broader scientific progress.