global health

M.D. Program

Scholarly Paper Evaluation

  • Originality: Work must be original.
  • Review of relevant literature: Synthesized and focused; successfully puts research into context.
  • Relevance to medicine: Clear explanation of significance and relevance of chosen topic and specific research project.
  • Time frame: Research and writing must have been produced during medical school and meet all deadlines.
  • Format: SP manuscripts should follow the form and structure of the SP type (i.e., original clinical research, translational/basic science research or review paper, bioethical paper, formal systematic review/meta-analysis, or case report/series) with appropriate page limits. Students are to adhere to the formatting of articles published in a peer-reviewed journal of their choice. It is strongly recommended that students read articles that share a similar method to their SP, such as a published systematic review or case report. Journals that may be suitable for your SP may also have instructions to authors that outline the form and structure.
  • Quality: The SP should be well written, edited, appropriately cited, and in final form. It will be reviewed by the Medical Student Research Committee and, if needed, other faculty with relevant expertise.
  • Mentor attestation: Originality and significance of work, student contribution, professionalism of student.
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