Writing Research Paper from Scratch

By: Ajit Singh

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

"Writing Research Paper from Scratch" is a comprehensive, step-by-step guide meticulously designed for B.Tech and M.Tech students, as well as early-career researchers, who are navigating the complexities of academic writing for the first time. This book demystifies the entire process, breaking it down into ten logical, manageable chapters that cover everything from selecting a novel research topic to navigating the final submission process. It acts as a practical mentor, providing clear instructions, simple examples, and actionable advice to transform a daunting task into an achievable and rewarding endeavor.


Key Features of This Book:


1. Step-by-Step, "From Scratch" Approach: Assumes no prior research experience, guiding readers from the absolute basics of idea generation to the final stages of polishing and submission.
2. NEP 2020 & AICTE Compliant: The content is specifically tailored to foster the skills of inquiry, critical analysis, and ethical research practices as envisioned by modern educational frameworks.
3. Simple Language with Relevant Examples: Complex concepts are explained in clear, easy-to-understand language, supplemented with practical examples from various fields of engineering and technology.
4. For Beginners and Advanced Learners: While perfect for beginners, the book also includes advanced tips on navigating peer review, selecting journals, and using modern research tools, making it a useful reference for experienced writers.
5. Focus on Novelty and Ethics: Dedicated sections guide readers on how to identify research gaps to ensure their work is novel and impactful, while consistently reinforcing the importance of academic integrity and avoiding plagiarism.
6. Updated with Modern Tools: Integrates guidance on using essential contemporary tools, including reference management software (Mendeley, Zotero) and the ethical use of AI assistants to streamline the research and writing process.
7. Actionable Checklists and Templates: Each chapter provides practical checklists and frameworks that readers can apply directly to their own work, ensuring no critical step is missed.
8. Holistic Coverage: Covers the entire research paper lifecycle, including often-neglected topics like responding to reviewer feedback, handling rejection gracefully, and promoting one's published work.


This is not a theoretical treatise on abstract concepts. It is a hands-on guide, a mentor in print, designed to walk you through each stage of the research writing journey. We begin at the very beginning—the spark of an idea—and guide you meticulously through topic selection, literature review, research design, structuring, writing, referencing, and finally, the submission process. Every chapter is built on a foundation of simplicity and relevance, using straightforward language and relatable examples drawn from various engineering and technology disciplines.