The format of the paper is determined by the content of the paper, and Chinese medicine papers generally belong to the category of natural science papers. The writing format should follow the national and international standards and regulations. The national standard is GB77 13—86-86 "Writing Format of Scientific Reports, Dissertations and Academic Papers", and the international standard is ISO8- 1977 "Document Work-Periodical Format". The author should always pay attention to the latest requirements of relevant journals for the writing format of TCM papers. According to the current relevant standards, the basic format of TCM thesis writing should include the following parts: title, abstract, introduction, text discussion (clinical data, materials and methods), summary, thanks and references.
The structure of dissertations is slightly different due to different degree levels and professional types. But the basic structure is composed of title, signature, table of contents, abstract, keywords, text (introduction, data, conclusion) discussion, thanks and references. Dissertation belongs to the category of academic papers and has the general characteristics of academic papers. It is an important style of TCM thesis, but it is also a very special academic thesis. Its distinctive personality characteristics are as follows:
1. Single author: The bachelor's degree thesis is independently completed by undergraduate graduates, so as to examine the applicant's knowledge base and practical ability (the master's degree thesis and doctoral degree thesis are graduate students, or those who have no postgraduate education but have made outstanding achievements in the research of traditional Chinese medicine).
2. Unlimited length: The paper should show that the author has mastered solid basic theory, systematic professional knowledge and corresponding working ability. The paper should reflect a certain amount of work, so the length of the paper is not limited, but it cannot be too short (5000- 10000 words).
3. For applying for a degree: Academic papers are used to convey academic information and conduct academic exchanges, mostly in the form of public publication or reading at meetings. However, the purpose of writing a degree thesis is to reply, apply for a degree, or submit a thesis to the degree-granting department.
4. Assessment basis of degree: The academic performance of undergraduate or graduate students is mainly reflected in the learning situation of courses and the writing level of papers. In order to comprehensively evaluate the academic level of degree applicants, the thesis is an important basis to reflect their knowledge and ability. By examining the quality of the thesis and the results of the defense, decide whether to grant the degree.