Common English Mistakes in Research Studies by Italian Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Italian speakers from Italy when writing a Research Study in English.

Mistake Example #1

Overuse of passive voice

In the recent study, the effects of the new medication on blood pressure were analyzed. The data were collected from 100 participants, and it was found that significant reductions in blood pressure were observed. The results were discussed in detail, and it was concluded that further research is needed to confirm these findings.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"The use of the passive voice is fine for a research article."

In the recent study, the effects of the new medication on blood pressure were analyzed. The data were collected from 100 participants, and it was found that significant reductions in blood pressure were observed. The results were discussed in detail, and it was concluded that further research is needed to confirm these findings.

In the recent study, the effects of the new medication on blood pressure were analyzed. The data were collected from 100 participants, and it was found that significant reductions in blood pressure were observed. The results were discussed in detail, and it was concluded that further research is needed to confirm these findings.

Mistake Example #2

Using direct translations from Italian (e.g., 'We see us tomorrow' instead of 'See you tomorrow')

In this research study, we have analyzed the effects of the new medication on patients with chronic pain. TWe have collected data from various hospitals in Italy, and the results show that the patients have experienced significant improvement in their conditions, and we have collected data from various hospitals in Italy. We have discussed the findings with the medical team, and theyhave expressed that the medication could be a promising solution for the treatment of chronic pain.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Very good! I just made a few changes so the English would flow more naturally."

In this research study, we have analyzed the effects of the new medication on patients with chronic pain. We have collected data from various hospitals in Italy, and the results show that the patients have experienced significant improvement in their conditions. We discussed the findings with the medical team, and they expressed that the medication could be a promising solution for the treatment of chronic pain.

In this research study, we have analyzed the effects of the new medication on patients with chronic pain. The results show that the patients have experienced significant improvement in their conditions, and we have collected data from various hospitals in Italy. We have discussed the findings with the medical team, and they have expressed that the medication could be a promising solution for the treatment of chronic pain.

Mistake Example #3

Confusing singular and plural nouns

Ina recent study conducted in Italy, researchers examined the effects ofa new drug on patients with diabetes. The data shows that while some patients experience improvement, others report no significant changes in their condition. It is important to consider these results carefully before making any conclusions about the drug's efficacy.

Text corrected by:
Michele A., Boston, Massachusetts; United States

"I corrected the singular/plural agreement of some of the nouns. Otherwise, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

In a recent study conducted in Italy, researchers examined the effects of a new drug on patients with diabetes. The data shows that while some patients experience improvement, others report no significant changes in their condition. It is important to consider these results carefully before making any conclusions about the drug's efficacy.

In recent study conducted in Italy, researcher examine the effect of new drug on patient with diabetes. The data show that while some patient experience improvement, other report no significant change in their condition. It is important to consider these result carefully before making any conclusion about the drug's efficacy.