The literature review often determines whether a dissertation is admitted to defence without further amendments. How should this section be structured so that it does not read as a mere list of sources? What length is considered sufficient? We look at the structure and requirements for the literature review in a dissertation.
An abstract is a short but self-contained element of a scientific article, on the basis of which the editorial board, reviewers and readers form their first impression of the work. What length is considered optimal for an abstract? What structure is best to follow? We look at the requirements set for the abstract of a scientific article and the mistakes authors make most often.
A dissertation's conclusion is the final part of a research project, and it is often what shapes the dissertation council's first impression of the results. What elements should it contain? What length is considered appropriate, and why can the conclusion not simply be copied from the conclusions given at the end of each chapter? Here we look at the structure of a dissertation conclusion and the mistakes commonly made when preparing it.
Preparing a scientific article involves complying with a number of requirements. Many of them relate to the formatting and structure of the work. What should be paid attention to before submitting material to a journal? We explain in our article.
Peer review of scientific articles is a compulsory procedure, without which most academic journals do not accept material for publication. Why is a review needed? What exactly does a reviewer check? We examine the functions, types, and significance of peer review in the publication process.
A monograph requires rigorous formatting of its bibliographic apparatus – and this is precisely where many authors encounter difficulties. How should sources be arranged? What rules apply to the description of books, articles, and electronic resources? What most frequently draws criticism from reviewers? We outline the key requirements for compiling a reference list in a monograph.