Whether an ELN or a paper notebook, the information that is provided needs to be a detailed and accurate representation of the research record. Including:
- Dated entry (time-stamped in ELN)
- Descriptive title of experiment (nanoparticle synthesis vs. TiO 2 – Citrate
- capped (6-10 nm) Nanoparticle synthesis)
- Hypothesis/goals/specific aims
- Relevant background information (including citations)
- Protocols, calculations, reagents, equipment used, experimental conditions
- Observations (planned or unplanned)
- Raw data
- Conclusions