23/01/2026
Why does the Methods section matter so much?
Results tell us what happened. The Methods tell us whether the findings are valid, reproducible, and ethically and practically sound.
Validity asks whether the study design, sampling, and analysis truly answer the research question. Reproducibility asks whether another team could reasonably repeat the work. Both are established in the Methods.
This is also where ethical risks are identified and where feasibility, resources, and budget implications become visible.
In this guide, we break down the five core parts of the Methods section and explain how reviewers evaluate each one.
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