Monograph

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Monograph

Monograph (/mɒnəɡræf/; from Greek monos, "alone" and grapho, "to write") is a specialist work of writing on a single subject or an aspect of a subject, often by a single author.

Definition

In medicine, a monograph refers to a detailed written study on a single specialized topic, often by a single author. It is a comprehensive treatise that covers a subject in great detail, often as a standalone work. Monographs are often used to present original research, comprehensive reviews, or to provide a detailed analysis of a topic.

Etymology

The term monograph comes from the Greek words 'monos' meaning 'single' and 'grapho' meaning 'to write'. It refers to a detailed written study of a single subject.

Related Terms

  • Treatise: A formal and systematic written discourse on some subject, generally longer and more detailed than an essay.
  • Thesis: A statement or theory that is put forward as a premise to be maintained or proved, often a long essay or dissertation involving personal research, written by a candidate for a university degree.
  • Dissertation: A long essay on a particular subject, especially one written as a requirement for the Doctor of Philosophy degree.
  • Essay: A short piece of writing on a particular subject.
  • Research paper: A piece of academic writing that provides analysis, interpretation, and argument based on in-depth independent research.

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