Choose one coherent research question
Identify the findings that answer a defined question and the readers who would use them. Keep the objective, design and conclusions aligned. If more than one paper is planned, explain the distinct contribution of each and avoid unnecessary overlap.
Rebuild the structure for the article type
Use the target journal’s headings and word limits. The introduction should lead efficiently to the question; the methods must retain the information needed to understand the study. Select tables and figures for the article rather than copying every thesis table.
Audit every reported number
Reconcile sample sizes, denominators, group labels, units and estimates across the abstract, text and exhibits. A shorter paper must not omit information that changes interpretation. Record which thesis analyses are included and whether any new analysis has been added.
Check permissions, authorship and disclosure
Discuss coauthor contributions and obtain approval of the submission version. Check the journal’s policy on thesis repositories and prior dissemination, and disclose relevant material as required. Use the final thesis and verified outputs as the source record for the article.