EVENT TITLE: Journal Club Event on “Writing an Effective Research Paper Methods and Tips”

DATE: 25-08-2025

TIME: 12.30 pm to 01.30 pm

MODE: Offline

EVENT CONVENER: Dr. S.Uma Shankari, HOD- BCA, BCAGENAI

EVENT COORDINATORS:  Dr. Kanimozhi, Assistant Professor, BCA/AP, Mrs.Senthamarai,BCA/AP

NO OF PARTICIPANTS: 40

RESOURCE PERSON DETAILS:

Resource Person(s):

Dr.V.Pavithra -AP/BCA

Assistant Professor

SRM Institute of Science and Technology

Chennai

SUMMARY OF THE EVENT:

  • The event was organized under “Journal Club Event on “Writing an Effective Research Paper Methods and Tips “
  • This session emphasizing projects into well-structured research papers, manuscript writing and publishing in reputed journals with academic integrity and quality standards.
  • kanimozhi, Assistant Professor, BCA, delivered the welcome address.
  • S. Uma Shankari, Associate Professor HOD felicitated the event.
  • Discussed about turning code into research contributions.
  • Innovation of Research Projects
  • Literature Review Basics: Review related work to establish the novelty of ideas.
  • Methodology Transformation: Implementation into experimental steps.
  • Data Collection and Analysis: Qualitative and Quantitative data.
  • Publishing Platforms: Conferences and Journals.
  • Plagiarism and Ethics: Turnitin, Grammarly, Quillbot to check and refine content.
  • Case Study: Smart Irrigation, AI Chatbot for students.
  • Discussed about the Key Takeaways of Projects and Research.
  • A Q&A session allowed students to explore ways to contribute to peace
  • Senthamari Assistant Professor, Computer Applications (BCA), delivered the vote of thanks

Dr. Pavithra emphasized the importance of research writing in academia and industry. She discussed key aspects such as topic selection, literature review, research methodology, proper referencing, plagiarism avoidance, and effective presentation of results. The session also covered practical tips for publishing in reputed journals.

The event witnessed active participation from II & III year BCA students. Students interacted with the speaker and clarified their doubts regarding research methodology, journal selection, and paper publication.

Key Takeaways:

  • Students gained knowledge on how to structure and write a research paper effectively..
  • Increased awareness of ethical practices in research (avoiding plagiarism, proper citations).
  • Study prior research to position your project in the current academic landscape
  • Motivated students to take up research and publish their work in journals and conferences.
  • Enhanced academic writing and critical thinking skills among participants

OUTCOMES OF THE PROGRAM: (Based of SDG)

SDG 4 (Quality Education): By encouraging collaborative learning and cultural understanding, the event contributed to a holistic educational approach that promotes inclusivity and awareness of global issues.

SDG 8 ( Sustainable Development ) which is one of the 17 goals established by the United Nations as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

SDG 9: (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure) : Sustainable Development Goal 9 (SDG 9) aims to build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation. It emphasizes the role of infrastructure and industry as key drivers of economic growth, job creation, and technological progress.

SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities: Sustainable Development Goal 11 (SDG 11) aims to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable. With over half of the world’s population living in urban areas, this goal addresses challenges like housing, transportation, pollution, and disaster preparedness.