For this assignment, you are going to come up with a research proposal—a proposal that specifically addresses a gap in knowledge in forensic entomology. The paper should include a specific question, which should encapsulate the exact question that you are trying to answer with the research; an introduction section, which will cover the background of the question and discuss what is known about the particular subject; a hypothesis…given your background research on the question, what you think the outcome will be; a proposed experiment, which should include a general synopsis of how the experiment will work, but not an exact materials and methods list; and a reference list which should include a minimum of 3 primary references.
DetailsTitle: The “title” of this particular paper will be your research question
Introduction: The intro should give the background of your question and discuss what is currently known in the area. For more detailed information, read the example paper I wrote up for you. The introduction should include references in MLA format.
Hypothesis: A simple hypothesis that answers your question, plus a maximum of 2 paragraphs detailing why you think this.
General Procedure: Take a maximum of three paragraphs to explain your general research procedure. I don’t want a list of materials and methods, or any mention of statistical tests. Just give me a general overview of how the experiment will work.
References: You need to include inline references as well as a reference section, both in ESA format (Links to an external site.). I have a link under resources, Library Info folder, that talks about citation management software. I highly recommend using one of the systems to do your references…it makes it so much easier!