Common English Mistakes in Clinical Studies by Mandarin Chinese Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Mandarin Chinese speakers from Taiwan when writing a Clinical Study in English.

Mistake Example #1

Misuse of singular/plural nouns ('There are much people here' instead of 'There are many people here')

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Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"I made changes to correct singular/plural noun issues, and other adjustments to polish it up."

A recent clinical study conducted in Taiwan found that many participants experienced symptom improvement following treatment. The study focused on patients with chronic pain, and the data revealed a significant reduction in their pain levels. These findings suggest that the new therapy could offer meaningful benefits to a broader population of patients in the future.

In recent clinical study conducted in Taiwan, there is many participant who report improvement in their symptoms after treatment. The study involve patient with chronic pain, and data show significant reduction in pain level among them. There is much evidence to suggest that new therapy could be beneficial for large group of patient in future.

Mistake Example #2

Omitting the subject in sentences ('Is important to learn English' instead of 'It is important to learn English')

Ina recent clinical study conducted in Taiwan,it was observed that patients with chronic pain benefit from acupuncture treatment. It is crucial to understand how traditional methods can integrate with modern medicine to improve patient outcomes. SThe study also highlightsthe need for more research in this area to validate thefindings and ensure the patients'safety.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Some of the sentences were missing a subject, so I added it. I also made some other changes."

In a recent clinical study conducted in Taiwan, it was observed that patients with chronic pain benefit from acupuncture treatment. It is crucial to understand how traditional methods can integrate with modern medicine to improve patient outcomes. The study also highlights the need for more research in this area to validate the findings and ensure the patients' safety.

In recent clinical study conducted in Taiwan, was observed that patients with chronic pain benefit from acupuncture treatment. Is crucial to understand how traditional methods can integrate with modern medicine to improve patient outcomes. Study also highlights need for more research in this area to validate findings and ensure safety.

Mistake Example #3

Using overly formal or direct language

The clinical study aims to investigate the effects of new medication on patients with chronic pain. It is imperative that aAll participantsmust adhere strictly to the protocol, and any deviation will result in immediate exclusion from the study. The results will be analyzed with utmost precision,and findings will be disseminated to the medical community without delay.

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

"I just replaced a word or two to make the English sound more natural. Overall, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

The clinical study aims to investigate the effects of new medication on patients with chronic pain. All participants must adhere strictly to the protocol, and any deviation will result in immediate exclusion from the study. The results will be analyzed and findings will be disseminated to the medical community without delay.

The clinical study aims to investigate the effects of new medication on patients with chronic pain. It is imperative that all participants adhere strictly to the protocol, and any deviation will result in immediate exclusion from the study. The results will be analyzed with utmost precision, and findings will be disseminated to the medical community without delay.