The webinar “How to Write a Successful Paper”, held on November 5 and delivered by Dr. George Karagiannakis, a Postdoctoral Researcher at Politecnico di Milano, offered a comprehensive and well-structured overview of the scientific writing process. The agenda followed a natural sequence, beginning with how to select an appropriate journal, continuing with the ethical use of AI tools in writing, and then moving through the detailed structure of a scientific paper. Key highlights of the session included:

• Journal selection: Criteria and strategies for choosing the right journal for publication.
• AI tools in writing: What is permissible and what should be avoided when using AI assistance in academic writing.
• Paper structure: Guidance on how to organize and start writing a scientific paper effectively.
• Section-by-section review: Practical discussion and examples covering:
•Title & Abstract
•Introduction
•Literature Review
•Methods
•Results
•Discussion
•Conclusions
•Acknowledgments
•References & Bibliography
•Figures & Tables (including how to prepare them)
• Additional writing tips: Suggestions for enhancing clarity, coherence, and impact.
• Open discussion: A concluding interactive session with doctoral candidates, fostering exchange of experiences and personalized feedback.

The webinar provided participants with a clear, logical framework for developing and refining a successful scientific paper from start to finish.