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Wikipedia:University of Edinburgh/HPV Induced Cancers

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About the project

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In this project, I aimed to contribute to the global understanding of HPV-induced cancers: Screening, Diagnosis, and Prevention by creating a comprehensive, accessible Wikipedia article. The focus is on explaining complex research findings in a way that could be easily understood by both scientific and non-scientific audiences. By integrating recent advancements in diagnostics, prevention, and treatment, the project aimed to highlight the importance of HPV awareness and provide reliable, up-to-date information.

Project goals

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  • Publishing and illustrating and making discoverable a new 8,000+ word article on HPV induced cancers.
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Goals

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Overall goal

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  • An article = 7000 words+

Personal goals

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  • Research the latest HPV diagnostics and treatment methods check
  • Summarize complex research findings in simple, clear language check
  • Structure the article to ensure logical flow and easy readability check
  • Ensure the article aligns with Wikipedia’s guidelines and formatting
  • Make the article engaging by including real-world implications of HPV research
  • Highlight emerging trends in HPV research and their impact on public health
  • Proofread the article for grammar and style consistency

Goals per month

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  • November: Collect reliable, up-to-date sources on HPV check
  • December: Create a detailed article outline, and understand Wikipedia's style guidelines. check
  • January: Write the Introduction and Overview sections, focusing on clarity and using non-technical language. check
  • February: Complete the Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Prevention sections, making sure to explain scientific concepts in simple terms.
  • March: Review, revise, and proofread the entire article and submit for peer review before finalizing.

Contribution plan

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Article to Create

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HPV Infections: Screening, Diagnosis, and Prevention

Sources

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  • DiscoverEd


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