Here’s a **clear, short, step‑by‑step plan** from now until **Sept 12** for your literature review: *** ## Step 1 – Finalize your question and outline (by July 31) - Write your main question clearly: > “How are scientists using stem cells and tissue engineering to grow human organs in the lab, and how close are we to using these organs for transplantation?” - Decide 4–6 sub‑questions (e.g., types of stem cells, methods, achievements, challenges, future). - Make a simple outline with headings: 1. Introduction 2. Stem cells & regenerative medicine (background) 3. Methods to grow organs 4. What has been achieved so far 5. Challenges & limitations 6. Future directions 7. Conclusion *** ## Step 2 – Learn the basics (Aug 1–3) - Watch 2–3 short videos or read beginner articles on: - “stem cells basics” - “tissue engineering introduction” - “organoids and 3D bioprinting explained” - Write 1–2 pages of notes in your own words: - What are stem cells? - What is tissue engineering? - Why is growing organs hard? This makes reading research papers much easier. *** ## Step 3 – Find your sources (Aug 4–8) - Go to **Google Scholar** and/or **PubMed**. - Search things like: - “stem cells grow organs review” - “tissue engineering organs review 2020–2026” - “organoids regenerative medicine review” - “3D bioprinting organs review” - Save **10–15 good sources**, mostly: - Review articles - Recent papers (last 5–10 years) - For each source, save: - PDF or link - Full citation (author, title, journal, year, link) *** ## Step 4 – Read and take notes (Aug 9–20) For each paper: - Read: abstract → intro → conclusion; skim the rest; look at figures. - Take short notes: - What organ/tissue? - What method (stem cell type, scaffold, bioprinting, organoid)? - What stage (cells, organoid, animal, human)? - Key findings and limits Organize notes by your outline sections (methods, achievements, challenges, etc.). *** ## Step 5 – Write your first draft (Aug 21–Sept 1) Follow your outline: - Write each section in simple, clear English. - Use your notes, not copy-paste. - Add in‑text citations like: - “Lab‑grown bladders have been transplanted into patients .” - “Organoids can mimic some functions of real organs .” - Don’t worry about perfect writing yet; focus on getting ideas down. Target length: ~1,500–2,500 words (check ISRC guidelines). *** ## Step 6 – Revise and improve (Sept 2–6) - Read your draft and: - Fix confusing sentences. - Make sure each section answers part of your main question. - Check that all facts from papers have citations. - Ask a teacher, parent, or friend to read it and tell you: - What’s clear - What’s confusing - Improve based on their feedback. *** ## Step 7 – Final polish and format (Sept 7–9) - Check: - Spelling, grammar, punctuation. - Consistent citation style (APA/MLA or whatever ISRC asks for). - Add: - Title page (title, your name, school, date). - Reference list / bibliography at the end. - Make sure it follows ISRC rules (word limit, file type, etc.). *** ## Step 8 – Prepare presentation (Sept 9–11) Create a simple slide deck (8–12 slides): 1. Title + your name 2. Why organ shortage is a problem 3. Your main research question 4. Stem cells & regenerative medicine (very short) 5. Methods to grow organs (scaffolds, organoids, bioprinting) 6–7. Key achievements (examples: bladders, heart tissue, liver buds, etc.) 8. Challenges 9. Future directions 10. What you learned 11. Why this matters 12. Thank you / Q&A Keep text minimal; use diagrams/pictures where allowed. *** ## Step 9 – Submit (by Sept 12) - Double‑check: - Correct files (report + slides, maybe video if required). - Correct format (PDF, PPT, etc.). - Your name and info are on everything. - Upload to ISRC before the deadline. *** I am doing this. I want you help because I am doing it for first time . Today I am doing step 1