Writing a dissertation can be a difficult challenge, especially when faced with the overwhelming amount of information, trivial details, and endless rewrites that are often overwhelming. In this article, I will show you the whole process of how to utilize ChatGPT to complete the first draft of an academic paper - from topic selection, literature review to the structure of the whole paper, we will walk through it practically, teaching you by hand how to make ChatGPT turn into an academic assistant and output content that fits your field precisely.
the selection phase
1. Academic identity predetermination
Cue word:
a). I am going to write a paper, so please help me fictionalize the background of the professor and advisor of my major in [XX major], including educational background, field of study, teaching experience, academic achievements, and work experience. b). Now you are asked to act in this role to assist me in completing my paper. Please talk to me after you have acted in this role.
2. Clarification of research areas
Cue word:
I am a [stage XX] student in [XX major] and I am currently interested in the application of Artificial Intelligence in Biomedical Engineering and would like to learn more about this field. Please provide a basic overview of the field, its key research themes. I would also like to know what resources and methods are typically required to carry out this type of research, and finally, I would like to know what areas I can explore given my professional background and personal constraints, and would appreciate detailed background information and relevant academic research in this area. Please provide 10 directions for research, combining key research themes and possible areas of exploration.
3. Specificity of questions
Cue word:
I am interested in research in [SPECIFIC AREA] and would like to learn about current research hotspots and key debates in this area. In particular, I would like to explore unresolved or less researched issues in the field, as well as new trends and research opportunities that may be expected to emerge in the coming years. Please provide information on these aspects and give 10 specific research topics.
4. Explore the feasibility of selecting a topic
Cue word:
I am considering [specific research topic] as my thesis topic. Please help me understand the availability and accessibility of the data I need, especially for public data sets, experimental data, or survey data. I would also like to know which research methods (e.g., experiments, surveys, quantitative analyses, etc.) are appropriate for my research topic and evaluate their effectiveness.
5. Consider practical applications
Cue word:
Please help me understand the actual use of this field in the current industry, including the main needs of the industry and successful use cases. I would also like to learn about the latest trends in related technologies, including technological innovations, application prospects, and challenges.
Literature review
1. Generate keywords
Cue word:
Please help me generate some keywords and synonyms related to the topic that can be used to find literature in academic databases. Please provide 5-10 keywords.
2. Literature search
A literature review can be completed with the help of academic GPTs to search for authentic literature.
Cue word:
The topic of my research is [XX topic], please according to the keywords:[Keyword1, Keyword2 .....] Search the database for high quality literature within the last 5 years. Please prioritize and filter out papers published in high impact factor journals, highly cited studies, review papers, or classic studies in the field. List the authors, titles, and year of publication of the primary literature found, and briefly describe its content."
3. AI-assisted reading of literature
Cue word:
Please read the above literature and summarize a detailed overview of the relevant core literature. Each literature should contain the following information: research question, theoretical framework, research methodology, major findings and their contribution to the field. Also briefly explain the limitations of each study and how it lays the theoretical foundation for the research in this paper.
4. Analysis and integration
Cue word:
"Compare and contrast ideas and findings from different literatures to identify general trends and theoretical controversies in the content of the research area. And detail how this literature supports or challenges my research."
5. Generate a literature review
Cue word:
Could you please summarize all the above information to generate a comprehensive review for me on the topic of research on the integration of multimodal and bio-digital twin technology word count requirement 3000 words with references.
Research design and methodology
1. Choice of research methodology
Cue word:
"In response to the following research question: [Description of the problem], provide a suitable research design, including: the theoretical basis and rationale for the selection of the main research method; a feasibility analysis of complementary methods (e.g., a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods); and the expected strengths, possible limitations, and strategies for circumventing each method."
2. Experimental and data design
Cue word:
"Help design an experimental protocol for the study of the following problem: [problem description]. The protocol needs to include: clarification of the experimental objectives and core hypotheses; definition and operationalization of experimental variables (independent, dependent, and control variables); data sources and sample criteria, including sample size and grouping strategies; data collection tools and statistical analysis methods (e.g., regression analysis, ANOVA, etc.)."
Thesis writing
1. Title
Cue word:
"Write an academically standardized and attractive paper title for the following study: [Brief description of the study]. It is required to include core keywords (no less than 3); use simple and strong language to reflect the main idea of the study; and balance academic and popularity to attract scholars."
2. Summary
Cue word:
"Based on the following information: [background of the study, objectives of the study, methodology, main results and conclusions], write an abstract that meets the academic requirements, specifically: keep it to 250 words or less, be independent and complete; avoid subjective evaluation words (e.g., 'very important') and focus on the facts of the study; use concise language that focuses on the research findings."
3. Introduction
Cue word:
"Write an introductory section on the topic of [subject keywords], which requires: introducing the topic from a current social or technological issue to arouse the reader's interest; summarizing the research progress and shortcomings of the existing literature; clearly presenting the research objectives and innovations, and outlining the structure of the paper in short and clear language."
4. Methodology
Cue word:
"Write the methods section for the following study: [description of the research question or topic]. Specifics: describe the study design in detail (including sampling, experimental design, instrument selection, etc.); data analysis methods need to be accompanied by a description of the formulas or algorithms; and make sure that the content is sufficiently detailed to allow other scholars to replicate the experiment."
5. Results
Cue word:
"Based on the results of the following data analysis: [provide data or briefly describe results], write a results section. It needs to include: a textual description of the main findings; analysis and interpretation of the data graphs; and a direct answer to the research question from the results."
6. Discussion
Cue word:
"Write a discussion section based on the following findings of the study: [brief description of the findings]. It needs to include: academic significance of the results, analysis of similarities and differences with the literature; reflection on the limitations of the study, suggesting ways to improve it; and an elaboration of the study's implications for practical problems and directions for future research."
7. Conclusion
Cue word:
"Help with writing the conclusion section of the paper, based on the following:[research objectives and key findings]. The conclusion needs to: summarize the core contribution of the study; reiterate the importance of the study; and make recommendations for practice or policy."
With the help of ChatGPT, writing an essay is no longer such a headache. By using prompt words wisely, you can drastically increase your efficiency and finish your first draft with ease.
