From October 28 to 31, 2024, an enriching training on writing scientific articles was held in a hybrid format at the DELGEME Plus training center in Point G. This initiative brought together 60 participants, all eager to enhance their scientific writing skills and tackle the challenges associated with scientific publication.
A Training Focused on Participants’ Expectations
At the outset, Professor Abdoulaye Djimdé conducted an interactive survey to better understand:
- The participants’ expectations for the training.
- The number of individuals who had already published a scientific article.
- The main challenges faced by those who had published.
These discussions helped tailor the content to meet the specific needs of the participants.
Clear and Ambitious Objectives
The main objective of the training was to help participants:
- Master scientific writing techniques.
- Identify funding and scholarship opportunities.
- Understand how to avoid plagiarism through transversal techniques.
These key topics were addressed through interactive presentations, allowing participants to become familiar with the various stages of scientific writing.
Experts Leading the Training
Several experts led this training, including:
- Professor Abdoulaye Djimdé, project coordinator, who shared his expertise on scientific writing.
- Dr. Mamadou Teketé, deputy of the ASSAP project (PI Mali), and Dr. Bakary Fofana, PI of the WANECAM 2 consortium, who presented strategies for successful publication.
- Moussa Djimdé, biostatistician, who provided in-depth insights into study design and statistical analysis.
A Closure Marked by Motivation and Recognition
The training ended on a positive note, with encouraging words from the trainers and the distribution of participation certificates. Participants now leave better equipped to face the challenges of scientific publication and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their respective fields.
