The document outlines the essential components of writing an impactful research paper, including the introduction sections that cover the background, research gap, significance, problem statement, objectives, scope, and research framework. It emphasizes the importance of a literature review in situating the study within existing research and guiding questions and methodology. The overall structure encourages clarity and relevance to advance knowledge and provide practical applications in research.

1. Gist of Writing an impact factor research paper
Dr. Muhammad Rafiq*1
Title of research paper
• Abstract
1. Introduction
The introduction section of a research paper provides an overview of the study's
purpose and goals, and sets the context for the research problem or question being
addressed. It typically includes several components:
i. Background information:
This section provides a brief history and background of the research topic, discussing
previous research in the area and outlining any key concepts or theories that will be
used in the study.
ii. Research Gap:
A research gap refers to a problem or issue in a field of study that has not yet been
adequately addressed by existing research. It can also refer to a question that has not
yet been answered or a topic that has not been explored in depth. Identifying research
gaps is an important part of the research process, as it helps researchers to determine
the scope and focus of their study, and to identify potential areas for further
investigation. Research gaps can be identified through a variety of methods, including
literature reviews, surveys of experts in the field, and analysis of existing data.
Research gaps are important because they indicate areas of research that are ripe for
exploration and can help guide future research efforts. By addressing research gaps,
researchers can contribute to the development of new theories, methods, and
approaches, and advance knowledge in their field. Research gaps are important
because they indicate areas of research that are ripe for exploration and can help
guide future research efforts. By addressing research gaps, researchers can
contribute to the development of new theories, methods, and approaches, and
advance knowledge in their field.
iii. Significance:
The significance of a study refers to the importance and relevance of its findings to the
broader field of research, as well as to potential practical applications. It is important
for researchers to clearly articulate the significance of their study, as it helps to justify
the need for the research and to demonstrate its value to others in the field.
The significance of a study can be discussed in a variety of ways, including:
Contribution to knowledge: The study may contribute to the development of new
theories, concepts, or models, or it may challenge or refine existing ones. By
advancing knowledge in the field, the study may have significant implications for future
research.
1
Dr. Muhammad Rafiq is working as an Associate Professor. He did his Ph. D degree From China and Master for England. He has 14 years
teaching and research experience. He contributed through 20+ research papers published in Web of Science (WoS), Scopus, ABDC, ABS and
JCR indexed journals.
https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=i0LLFkMAAAAJ&view_op=list_works&sortby=pubdate
rafiqmrm@gmail.com, m.rafiq@superior.edu.pk

2. Practical implications: The study's findings may have practical applications, such as
informing policy or practice in a particular industry or field. This can be particularly
important for applied research, where the goal is to produce actionable
recommendations or interventions.
Social or cultural significance: The study may have broader social or cultural
implications, such as shedding light on important issues or challenges facing society.
This can be particularly important for research in fields such as sociology, psychology,
or anthropology.
Innovation: The study may be innovative in its approach, methodology, or technology,
and may have the potential to advance the state of the art in the field. This can be
particularly important for research in fields such as engineering or computer science.
Overall, the significance of a study helps to contextualize its findings and to
demonstrate their value to the broader field of research. It is an important component
of any research project and should be clearly articulated in the introduction and
discussion sections of the research paper.
iv. Problem statement:
The introduction should clearly state the research problem or question being
addressed in the study. This section should be concise and specific, highlighting the
gap in knowledge that the study aims to fill.
v. Objectives and goals:
The introduction should also outline the objectives and goals of the study, explaining
how the research will contribute to the broader field and addressing any potential
implications of the research findings.
vi. Scope and limitations:
The introduction should also outline the scope of the study and any limitations or
potential sources of bias, explaining the boundaries of the research and what the study
can and cannot accomplish.
vii. Research framework:
A research framework, also known as a theoretical framework, is a set of concepts,
theories, or ideas that provide a structure or framework for a research study. It helps
to define the key concepts and variables that will be investigated in the study, as well
as the relationships between them.
The purpose of a research framework is to provide a theoretical basis for the study,
helping to guide the research design, data collection, and data analysis. It also helps
to situate the study within the broader context of existing research and theories in the
field.
Overall, a research framework is a critical component of any research study, as it
provides a theoretical basis for the research and helps to guide its design and
implementation. It should be clearly articulated in the introduction section of the
research paper, and should be revised and refined as needed throughout the research
process
2. Literature Review

3. It indicates the existing studies on the
topic. The relationship between
variables and support of existing theory
or framework. Fisher’s method of critical
reading and Toulmin’s method of
argumentation analysis are very famous
to comprehend the literature review. The
running hypothesis are also part of
literature review.
Preferred reporting Items for systematic
Analysis (PRISMA) sheets are good
strategy to develop good literature.
Overall, a well-structured literature
review is an important component of any
research paper, as it provides a
comprehensive and critical summary of
the existing research in a particular field,
and helps to guide the research questions and methodology for a new study.
3. Research methodology
4. Data Analysis and interpretation
5. Discussion
6. Recommendation and conclusion
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