Originalartikel

Originalartikel, in scholarly publishing, refers to an original article that reports new research findings from a study or experiment. It is commonly used in German-language journals to categorize primary research as distinct from other formats such as reviews, editorials, letters to the editor, or case reports. An Originalartikel should present new data that has not been published previously and contribute new knowledge to the field.

Typical content and structure include an abstract, introduction, methods, results, discussion, and conclusions, along with references and visual aids such as figures and tables. The methods section should provide sufficient detail to allow replication, including study design, data collection, statistical analysis, and any ethical approvals. Studies involving humans or animals require appropriate consent and ethical clearance; data availability statements are increasingly encouraged.

Submission and evaluation rely on external peer review to assess originality, validity, rigor, and significance. Journals may require adherence to reporting guidelines (for example, CONSORT for clinical trials, PRISMA for systematic reviews, STROBE for observational studies) and may check for plagiarism and prior publication. Authors must ensure authorship accuracy, disclose potential conflicts of interest, and confirm that the manuscript is not under simultaneous review elsewhere.

Originalartikel differ from other formats by prioritizing new empirical results rather than synthesis or opinion. They are influential for scientific progress and often carry requirements for data sharing and methodological transparency. Terminology and exact structure can vary slightly between journals, but the core expectation is the presentation of original, verifiable research findings.