How to Write a Compelling Introduction to Your Scientific Paper

Learn how to write an introduction to a research paper using a simple formula. The introduction of a scientific article is where the author needs to articulate what problem the study addressed and why it is important. First-time authors of a scientific paper are often mystified about what goes into the introduction and how to structure it. I know, because when I started writing, I had no idea what was expected in the introduction of a scientific article. In this video, I walk you through a simple formula to crafting a compelling introduction using examples from a published paper.

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