Report 01
Most of the instructions for this assessment are presented in Report 1 - Instructions. Please read those instructions carefully before starting this report. There are also some helpful resources linked in the Resources for Practicals page.
Below is just a brief summary of the requirements. You must still read the instructions above in full.
- You are collecting your own data for this report. The topic is of your choosing based on the list provided in the Projects page.
- The report must follow the structure of a scientific paper, including sections such as Title, Abstract, Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, and References.
- Submit your report anonymously via Canvas by 7 October 2025, using the filename format “Day-Time-Project-Your SID” (e.g., “WED2-4pmProj4A-123456789”).
- Page limit: maximum 10 pages double-spaced, including abstract, references, figures/tables, and any AI usage statement.
- Include a minimum of 10 relevant references from primary scientific literature (peer-reviewed journals).
- Use minimum 12 pt font and no less than 2 cm margins all around.
- Write the entire report in your own words; include a statement about whether and how you used AI (or state that you did not use AI).
- Follow academic integrity guidelines: avoid plagiarism, complete the AHEM module, and be prepared for plagiarism checking.
- Use the marking rubric as a checklist to ensure all criteria are met before submission.
- Late penalty: 5% per 24 hours or part thereof after the deadline; length penalty: 5% per page or part thereof over the limit.