Bibliographic Citation or Identification
Processes for Writing Abstracts
Key Issues in Preparing Abstracts
Condensing Information for Research Papers
Back to Concise Statement of Main IdeaIn addition to stating the main point of the paper, research-based papers often need to set up the context and scope of the research as well. Setting the context includes stating the subject of your work as well as the problem that prompted your research. You might also refer to major researchers who have already done work on your topic as a way of setting the context. Remember, too, that your abstract must always include the main point of your paper, so don't neglect that focus as you work on stating the problem and context. Click on theh following links to view examples of condensed statements in research papers: