FREE TEMPLATE

Research Abstract Template

Research Abstract TemplateDOCX file · free · no sign-up

This one-page Word template walks you through a structured abstract section by section and prompts a word-count check against the journal or conference limit.

What is inside

Title and objective
Methods and results prompts that remind you to report effect sizes and 95% CIs
Conclusion prompt that keeps claims within the design
Keywords, registration and word-count box

How to use it

Draft the results sentence first: it is the core of the abstract.
Match headings and limits to the call for abstracts exactly.
Check every number against the full manuscript or data.
Have a co-author read the abstract without the paper.

Example (illustrative)

A results line: Of 412 patients, 61 (14.8%) were readmitted; the adjusted odds ratio was 1.9 (95% CI 1.2 to 3.0). (Illustrative numbers.)

Limitations and cautions

Word limits and headings differ by journal and conference, so follow the call for abstracts exactly. Do not include claims that your data cannot support. The file is free to use and edit, and the footer credits MedResearch Ninja.

References and further reading

Schulz KF, Altman DG, Moher D; CONSORT Group. CONSORT 2010 statement: updated guidelines for reporting parallel group randomised trials. BMJ. 2010;340:c332. doi:10.1136/bmj.c332
von Elm E, Altman DG, Egger M, et al. The Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (STROBE) statement: guidelines for reporting observational studies. BMJ. 2007;335:806-808. doi:10.1136/bmj.39335.541782.AD
EQUATOR Network: Enhancing the QUAlity and Transparency Of health Research (reporting guideline library). Link