Beyond IMRAD: an integrated framework for scientific writing, statistical analysis, and research reporting

Abstract

Purpose: to develop an integrated conceptual-methodological framework that connects scientific writing, research design, statistical analysis, interpretation, and research reporting to enhance the coherence, methodological rigour, transparency, and quality of scholarly articles.

Method: this study employs a conceptual-methodological approach through literature synthesis to develop an integrated framework for scientific writing, methodological decision-making, statistical analysis, and research reporting.

Findings: the study produces an integrated framework that connects research problem formulation, theoretical development, methodological design, statistical analysis, result interpretation, and scientific reporting. It also provides practical guidelines and a manuscript-readiness checklist to promote coherence, methodological rigour, transparency, and academic integrity in scholarly writing.

Implications: the framework provides practical guidance for students, educators, and researchers to improve methodological decision-making, statistical interpretation, and the quality, coherence, and transparency of scientific publications.

Originality: lies in integrating scientific writing, methodological decision-making, statistical analysis, result interpretation, and research reporting into a unified framework that bridges conceptual reasoning and practical research procedures.