% Scientific Report Template % Uses scientific_report.sty for professional formatting % Compile with: xelatex or lualatex % % This template demonstrates the full capabilities of the scientific_report.sty % style package for creating professional research reports, technical reports, % and white papers. \documentclass[11pt,letterpaper]{report} % Load the scientific report style package \usepackage{scientific_report} % Additional packages (optional, add as needed) \usepackage{lipsum} % For placeholder text - remove in actual documents % ============================================================================ % DOCUMENT METADATA % ============================================================================ \hypersetup{ pdftitle={Research Report Title}, pdfauthor={Author Name}, pdfsubject={Research Subject}, pdfkeywords={keyword1, keyword2, keyword3} } % ============================================================================ % DOCUMENT BEGIN % ============================================================================ \begin{document} % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- % TITLE PAGE % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- \makereporttitle {Research Report Title} % Title {A Comprehensive Analysis of [Topic]} % Subtitle {Author Name, PhD} % Author(s) {Research Institution / Organization} % Institution {January 2025} % Date % Alternative: Title page with cover image % \makereporttitlewithimage % {Research Report Title} % {A Comprehensive Analysis of [Topic]} % {../figures/cover_image.png} % {Author Name, PhD} % {Research Institution / Organization} % {January 2025} % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- % FRONT MATTER % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- \pagenumbering{roman} % Table of Contents \tableofcontents \newpage % List of Figures \listoffigures \newpage % List of Tables \listoftables \newpage % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- % EXECUTIVE SUMMARY % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- \chapter*{Executive Summary} \addcontentsline{toc}{chapter}{Executive Summary} \begin{executivesummary}[Report Overview] This report presents a comprehensive analysis of [topic]. Our investigation reveals significant findings that have implications for [field/application]. The research was conducted using [methodology] and involved [sample/data description]. \end{executivesummary} \subsection*{Key Findings} \begin{keyfindings} \begin{enumerate} \item \textbf{Finding 1:} Description of the first major finding with supporting data (\pvalue{0.001}, \samplesize{250}). \item \textbf{Finding 2:} Description of the second major finding with effect size (\effectsize{d}{0.75}). \item \textbf{Finding 3:} Description of the third major finding (\meansd{42.5}{8.3}). \end{enumerate} \end{keyfindings} \subsection*{Recommendations} \begin{recommendations} \begin{enumerate} \item Implement [specific action] to address [issue]. \item Allocate resources for [specific initiative]. \item Conduct follow-up research on [topic]. \end{enumerate} \end{recommendations} \newpage \pagenumbering{arabic} % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- % CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- \chapter{Introduction} \section{Background} This section provides context for the research. Include relevant background information, the current state of knowledge, and the rationale for the study. \begin{definition}[Key Term] A \textbf{key term} is defined as [definition]. This concept is fundamental to understanding the research presented in this report. \end{definition} \section{Research Objectives} The primary objectives of this research are: \begin{enumerate} \item To investigate [objective 1] \item To analyze [objective 2] \item To evaluate [objective 3] \end{enumerate} \section{Hypotheses} \begin{hypothesis}[Primary Hypothesis] We hypothesize that [independent variable] will have a significant effect on [dependent variable], such that [expected direction of effect]. \end{hypothesis} \section{Scope and Limitations} \begin{limitations}[Study Scope] This research focuses on [specific scope]. The following limitations should be considered when interpreting the results: \begin{itemize} \item Geographic limitation: [description] \item Temporal limitation: [description] \item Sample limitation: [description] \end{itemize} \end{limitations} % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- % CHAPTER 2: METHODOLOGY % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- \chapter{Methodology} \section{Study Design} \begin{methodology}[Research Design Overview] This study employed a [type] design to investigate [research question]. The methodology was selected based on [rationale] and follows established guidelines for [type of research]. \end{methodology} \section{Participants} A total of \samplesize{500} participants were recruited from [population]. Table~\ref{tab:demographics} presents the demographic characteristics of the sample. \begin{table}[htbp] \centering \caption{Participant Demographics} \label{tab:demographics} \begin{tabular}{@{}lcc@{}} \toprule \tableheader{Characteristic} & \tableheader{n} & \tableheader{\%} \\ \midrule \textbf{Gender} & & \\ \quad Male & 245 & 49.0 \\ \rowcolor{tablealt} \quad Female & 255 & 51.0 \\ \textbf{Age Group} & & \\ \quad 18--30 & 150 & 30.0 \\ \rowcolor{tablealt} \quad 31--45 & 200 & 40.0 \\ \quad 46--60 & 120 & 24.0 \\ \rowcolor{tablealt} \quad 60+ & 30 & 6.0 \\ \bottomrule \end{tabular} \end{table} \section{Instruments} \subsection{Primary Measures} The following instruments were used to collect data: \begin{itemize} \item \textbf{Instrument 1:} Description and psychometric properties \item \textbf{Instrument 2:} Description and psychometric properties \item \textbf{Instrument 3:} Description and psychometric properties \end{itemize} \section{Procedures} Data collection occurred between [dates]. The procedure involved the following steps: \begin{enumerate} \item Informed consent was obtained from all participants. \item Baseline assessments were administered. \item Intervention/treatment was delivered (if applicable). \item Follow-up assessments were conducted at [timepoints]. \end{enumerate} \section{Statistical Analysis} Data were analyzed using [software] version [X.X]. The following analyses were performed: \begin{itemize} \item Descriptive statistics for all variables \item [Analysis type] to test hypothesis 1 \item [Analysis type] to test hypothesis 2 \end{itemize} Statistical significance was set at $\alpha = 0.05$. Effect sizes were calculated using [method] and interpreted according to [guidelines]. % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- % CHAPTER 3: RESULTS % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- \chapter{Results} \section{Descriptive Statistics} Table~\ref{tab:descriptives} presents the descriptive statistics for the primary outcome measures. \begin{table}[htbp] \centering \caption{Descriptive Statistics for Primary Outcome Measures} \label{tab:descriptives} \begin{tabular}{@{}lccccc@{}} \toprule \tableheader{Variable} & \tableheader{n} & \tableheader{Mean} & \tableheader{SD} & \tableheader{Min} & \tableheader{Max} \\ \midrule Outcome 1 & 500 & 42.5 & 8.3 & 18 & 72 \\ \rowcolor{tablealt} Outcome 2 & 498 & 3.7 & 1.2 & 1 & 7 \\ Outcome 3 & 495 & 128.4 & 24.7 & 68 & 195 \\ \rowcolor{tablealt} Outcome 4 & 500 & 0.68 & 0.15 & 0.28 & 0.95 \\ \bottomrule \end{tabular} \figurenote{SD = Standard Deviation} \end{table} \section{Primary Analyses} \subsection{Hypothesis 1} \begin{resultsbox}[Primary Finding] Analysis revealed a significant effect of [IV] on [DV], \effectsize{F(2, 497)}{12.45}, \psig{< 0.001}, $\eta^2$ = 0.048. Post-hoc comparisons indicated that [specific findings]. \end{resultsbox} The results support our primary hypothesis. As shown in Figure~\ref{fig:main_results}, participants in the experimental condition demonstrated significantly higher scores compared to the control group. % Placeholder for figure \begin{figure}[htbp] \centering \fbox{\parbox{0.8\textwidth}{\centering\vspace{3cm}[Figure: Main Results Comparison]\\Bar chart showing group differences\vspace{3cm}}} \caption{Comparison of Outcome Scores by Experimental Condition} \label{fig:main_results} \figuresource{Study data} \end{figure} \subsection{Hypothesis 2} Results indicated a moderate positive correlation between [variable 1] and [variable 2], \effectsize{r}{0.45}, \psig{< 0.001}, \CI{0.38}{0.52}. \section{Secondary Analyses} Table~\ref{tab:regression} presents the results of the regression analysis predicting [outcome]. \begin{table}[htbp] \centering \caption{Multiple Regression Analysis Predicting Outcome} \label{tab:regression} \begin{tabular}{@{}lcccc@{}} \toprule \tableheader{Predictor} & \tableheader{B} & \tableheader{SE} & \tableheader{$\beta$} & \tableheader{p} \\ \midrule (Intercept) & 12.45 & 2.34 & --- & < .001 \\ \rowcolor{tablealt} Predictor 1 & 0.58 & 0.12 & 0.28\sigthree & < .001 \\ Predictor 2 & 0.34 & 0.09 & 0.22\sigtwo & .002 \\ \rowcolor{tablealt} Predictor 3 & 0.15 & 0.11 & 0.08\signs & .172 \\ Predictor 4 & -0.42 & 0.14 & -0.18\sigtwo & .003 \\ \midrule \multicolumn{5}{l}{$R^2$ = 0.34, Adjusted $R^2$ = 0.33, \effectsize{F(4, 495)}{63.82}\sigthree} \\ \bottomrule \end{tabular} \vspace{0.5em} {\small \siglegend} \end{table} % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- % CHAPTER 4: DISCUSSION % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- \chapter{Discussion} \section{Summary of Findings} \begin{keyfindings}[Key Takeaways] \begin{enumerate} \item The primary hypothesis was \highlight{supported}, with significant effects observed for [variables]. \item Evidence quality for the main findings is \evidencestrong, based on effect sizes and replication potential. \item Unexpected finding: [description of any surprising results]. \end{enumerate} \end{keyfindings} \section{Interpretation} The findings from this study contribute to our understanding of [topic] in several important ways. First, the significant effect of [IV] on [DV] suggests that [interpretation]. This aligns with previous research by [Author] (Year), who found similar patterns in [context]. \begin{pullquote} ``These findings represent a significant advancement in our understanding of [topic] and have direct implications for [application/practice].'' \end{pullquote} Second, the correlation between [variables] indicates that [interpretation]. This relationship has important implications for [field/practice]. \section{Implications} \subsection{Theoretical Implications} The results have several theoretical implications: \begin{itemize} \item Support for [theory/model] \item Extension of [existing framework] \item Challenge to [alternative perspective] \end{itemize} \subsection{Practical Implications} \begin{recommendations}[Practical Applications] Based on our findings, we recommend the following practical applications: \begin{enumerate} \item \textbf{For practitioners:} [specific recommendation] \item \textbf{For policymakers:} [specific recommendation] \item \textbf{For researchers:} [specific recommendation] \end{enumerate} \end{recommendations} \section{Limitations} \begin{limitations}[Study Limitations] Several limitations should be considered when interpreting these findings: \begin{itemize} \item \textbf{Sample:} The sample was drawn from [population], which may limit generalizability to [other populations]. \item \textbf{Design:} The [cross-sectional/correlational] design precludes causal inference. \item \textbf{Measurement:} Self-report measures may be subject to [bias type]. \end{itemize} \end{limitations} \section{Future Directions} Future research should address the following questions: \begin{enumerate} \item Does the effect generalize to [different population/context]? \item What mechanisms underlie the relationship between [variables]? \item How do [moderating factors] influence the observed effects? \end{enumerate} % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- % CHAPTER 5: CONCLUSIONS % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- \chapter{Conclusions} \begin{executivesummary}[Conclusion] This research investigated [topic] using [methodology] with a sample of \samplesize{500} participants. The findings demonstrate that [main conclusion]. These results have important implications for [field/practice] and suggest that [recommendation]. Future research should continue to explore [direction]. \end{executivesummary} \section{Key Contributions} \begin{keyfindings}[Research Contributions] This study makes the following key contributions: \begin{enumerate} \item \textbf{Empirical contribution:} First demonstration of [finding] in [context]. \item \textbf{Methodological contribution:} Novel application of [method] to study [phenomenon]. \item \textbf{Practical contribution:} Evidence-based recommendations for [application]. \end{enumerate} \end{keyfindings} % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- % REFERENCES % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- \chapter*{References} \addcontentsline{toc}{chapter}{References} % If using BibTeX: % \bibliographystyle{apalike} % \bibliography{references} % Manual references for template demonstration: \noindent \hangindent=0.5in Author, A. A. (Year). Title of article. \textit{Journal Name}, \textit{Volume}(Issue), pages. https://doi.org/xxxxx \vspace{0.5em} \noindent \hangindent=0.5in Author, B. B., \& Author, C. C. (Year). \textit{Title of book}. Publisher. % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- % APPENDICES % ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- \appendix \chapter{Supplementary Materials} \appendixsection{Additional Tables} Table~\ref{tab:appendix1} presents additional descriptive statistics not included in the main text. \begin{table}[htbp] \centering \caption{Supplementary Descriptive Statistics} \label{tab:appendix1} \begin{tabular}{@{}lccc@{}} \toprule \tableheader{Variable} & \tableheader{Mean} & \tableheader{SD} & \tableheader{n} \\ \midrule Variable A & 15.2 & 3.4 & 500 \\ \rowcolor{tablealt} Variable B & 22.8 & 5.1 & 498 \\ Variable C & 8.9 & 2.2 & 495 \\ \bottomrule \end{tabular} \end{table} \appendixsection{Instruments} Full text of instruments used in this study: \begin{enumerate} \item \textbf{Instrument Name 1:} [Description or full text] \item \textbf{Instrument Name 2:} [Description or full text] \end{enumerate} \appendixsection{Additional Figures} [Include any supplementary figures here] % ============================================================================ % END DOCUMENT % ============================================================================ \end{document}