Templates

Reusable structures you can copy.

The scaffolds behind every OpenProof artifact — adapt them for your own work.

Plain-language summary

This study looks at [subject] and asks [question]. The researchers used [method/data] to understand [phenomenon]. They found [main finding], which suggests [careful implication]. The result matters because [relevance]. However, the study does not prove [overclaim to avoid]. Key limitations include [limitation 1], [limitation 2], and [limitation 3].

Key finding

[Finding in plain language.] The researchers found [specific result]. This is supported by [figure/table/method/source]. A key caveat is [limitation or uncertainty].

What this does not mean

This study does not show that [common overclaim]. The evidence is limited to [scope]. More research would be needed to determine [unanswered question].

Journalist FAQ

What is the main takeaway? · Is this peer reviewed? · What should readers not conclude? · Who can comment? · Where is the original research?