Published August 4, 2023 | Version v1
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Mind the Gap: A Succinct Exploration of Research Gap Types

  • 1. Associate Professor, Ashoka Women's Engineering College, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, India
  • 2. Assistant Professor, Ashoka Women's Engineering College, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, India
  • 3. Professor, Ashoka Women's Engineering College, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, India
  • 4. Student, Ashoka Women's Engineering College, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, India

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Research gaps play a crucial role in driving the advancement of knowledge and identifying areas where further investigation is needed. "Mind the Gap: A Succinct Exploration of Research Gap Types" provides an overview of different types of research gaps and their significance in the research landscape. It covers methodological, theoretical, empirical, literature review, practical, interdisciplinary, and ethical research gaps. The paper serves as a comprehensive resource for researchers, emphasizing the importance of addressing these gaps to contribute to the growth and development of knowledge.

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