Basic IMRAD Structure
Elaborated IMRAD Structure: Professional Paper Abstract
Introduction Title
Materials and Methods
Introduction
Materials and Methods
Results
Results
Authorship follows title: especially important for joint projects. In geology, a “Geologic Setting” section may be part of the introduction or may follow it.
IMRAD-based Proposal Structure Varies greatly with different proposal requirements. Read all guidelines carefully. Abstract
Title
Introduction
Materials and Methods
Discussion
Discussion
Conclusion
Discussion & Conclusion are sometimes combined
Timeline, Budget
Cooperation and Regulatory Approval
Acknowledgements References References
Appendices
Pocatello REND 323 208-232-3662
Idaho Falls CHE 220 208-232-7925
I.S.U. Writing Center Student Success Center www.isu.edu/success/writing
Appendices
Created Fall 2009