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pnasnexus-significance

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Use to write the PNAS Nexus Significance Statement — between 50 and 120 words, in plain language for a broad scientific audience, explaining why the work matters. Required for Research Reports and Stage 2 Registered Reports. Distinct from the abstract. One of the highest-value PNAS Nexus front-matter artifacts.

When to use

• Writing PNAS Nexus Significance Statement
• Explaining why work matters to broad audience
• Drafting significance for Research Reports
• Drafting significance for Stage 2 Registered Reports
• Rewriting technical drafts for non-specialists
• Checking word count between 50 and 120

When not to use

• Writing the abstract
• Writing for specialists
• Leading with methods
• Claiming unsupported societal impact
• Using undefined acronyms or jargon

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