Structured abstract

How it is used

Use the headings required by the journal or conference.

Example sentences

1. The journal requires a structured abstract with separate aims and methods headings.

   Explicit headings separate the summary's functions.

2. We shortened the results section of the structured abstract to meet the word limit.

   The limit applies while the sectional format is retained.

Common collocations

• write a structured abstract
• structured abstract headings

Related terms

• abstractA short summary at the start of an article, thesis or conference submission that states the aim, methods, main findings and conclusion.
• author guidelinesInstructions from a journal or publisher that tell authors how to prepare, format, and submit their work.

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