Guidelines for Preparation of the Formal Research Paper
- The oral presentation and Abstract are the primary sources of evaluation
in the judging process.
The research paper is a supporting document, which is used to verify data, processes, and conclusions mentioned in the oral presentation.
- The paper should be no less than five (5) pages, and may not be any longer than twenty (20) pages, including all appendices and references.
- The paper must be typed, double spaced on white paper on one side only.
Use black 10 to 12 point Times, Times New Roman type.
Tables, diagrams, charts, photographs, or other graphic representations may be, but are not required to be, in color.
A recommended outline for the formal research paper is as follows:
A title or cover page stating the full title of your research, your name, home address, home phone and email, school, school address, school phone and email, teacher sponsor, and mentor if applicable. (Please include fax numbers if they are available)
- Table of Contents
- Introduction (this may be, but is not required to be, your abstract)
- Materials and Methods
- Results and/or Findings
- Discussion and Conclusions
- References and/or Literature Cited
- Acknowledgement of any Major Assistance Received
- Appendices, if necessary