Tips for Writing a Scientific Article Part 2: The Sections of the Article
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The skill of writing academic articles is necessary for disseminating scientific knowledge and for the professional development of those working in various disciplines. However, despite its importance, this complex skill is not usually taught systematically, which can act as a barrier for researchers to communicate the results of their work.
In the first part, the authors synthesized the main advice provided by experts in the field, adding some of their personal experiences that they consider valuable to facilitate the academic writing process and the acquisition of this skill in a collaborative context. In this second installment, they delve into the challenges of writing different sections of a scientific article and will provide advice to optimize and make it as effective as possible.
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