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Reading Academic Papers
Get value from research faster
A structured read focuses on abstract, methods, and results to judge claims without getting lost in jargon.
- abstract
- methods
- results
- figures
- limitations
Skim for Fit
Check title, abstract, and figures to decide relevance quickly.
Read Core Sections
Methods show rigor; results and figures show findings; discussion frames limits.
Assess Quality
Look for sample size, controls, preregistration, and conflict of interest.