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The value of writing a short position paper before starting a large project
Research Idea
Before committing to a large research project, writing a brief position paper can clarify your thinking. It forces you to articulate the problem, approach and expected contribution. How useful is this practice for project planning?
Eric Young, Edward Harris and 26 others4 Comments-
A short position piece forces clarity on goals and methods before heavy work begins.
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It helps secure early feedback from collaborators and supervisors.
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Writing it early can expose fundamental flaws that save months of effort.
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It can later be expanded into the core introduction of your manuscript.
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