When it comes to reading academic research reports in the behavioral sciences, I'm no different than anyone else. I often find myself thinking "what is the point?" Reading academic papers is not ...

Are you trying to write a research paper but feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone–many students feel the same way. But it doesn’t have to be so stressful. With just a few tips and tricks, you can ...

I am looking for input specifically from grad students and others who have had the opportunity to work on research papers.<BR><BR>I am faced, much more frequently now, with having to select a topic ...

We asked graduating seniors from across the college to share their best tips for research success. Five graduating seniors share their tips for getting the most out of undergraduate research. Photo ...

The Council on Undergraduate Research defines “undergraduate research” as: “an inquiry or investigation conducted by an undergraduate student that makes an original intellectual or creative ...

Learning how to conduct accurate, discipline-specific academic research can feel daunting at first. But, with a solid understanding of the reasoning behind why we use academic citations coupled with ...

Social media can be a powerful tool in an academic’s constant battle for attention among the 2.5 million papers published in English-language journals each year. But viral success stories are rare, ...

In a previous article, “Prepping a Course I’ve Never Taught Before,” I wrote how I decided to engage my students in a semester-long project that would expose them to research in my field. My thought ...

Thorough research is crucial to writing authoritative nonfiction books. By investing substantial time in comprehensive research using credible sources, authors can back up their perspectives and ...