Feng Shi
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Citation etiquette: Is it appropriate to cite a paper you have not fully read?
Paper Discussion
In large‑scale literature surveys you encounter dozens of references. Sometimes you read abstract but skip full‑text. This raises etiquette questions. Under what conditions is citing a paper you have not fully read acceptable academic practice?
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If you only rely on abstract, do not make strong critical claims about full‑paper conclusions.
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When your argument directly depends on that work’s core finding, full‑text reading becomes mandatory.
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Practical habits to avoid accidental plagiarism when taking research notes
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Accidental plagiarism originates from messy note‑taking: copying original text without marking quotation. Even honest researchers can run into this risk. What note‑taking habits eliminate unintentional plagiarism risk in your workflow?
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Always clearly mark direct quotations when you copy sentences from source papers.
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Paraphrase immediately and write notes in your own words as much as possible.
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Advice for preparing your first academic conference presentation
Giving your first in‑person conference talk can feel intimidating. Beyond rehearsing slides, what practical tips would you pass on to first‑time presenters?
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Keep strict time discipline; cut content rather than rushing through slides at the end.
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Prepare simplified backup explanations for anticipated audience questions.
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