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participating to this study
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "participating to this study" is not correct in English.
The correct preposition should be "in" instead of "to." You can use the corrected phrase when referring to involvement in a research study or academic project. Example: "Thank you for participating in this study; your input is invaluable."
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9 human-written examples
All subjects participating to this study gave their consent before answering and filling data sheet questionnaire.
Even though centers participating to this study have large experience of dealing with hematology patients, no NIV protocol was applied in this study.
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On the other hand, it is important to emphasize that, so far, none of the MOH patients participating to this study has shown any clinical sign or symptoms of kidney impairment; furthermore, their serum creatinine levels are in the normal range.
We are indebted to all the patients for participating to this study.
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N = 22 residents needing movement support are participating to this study.
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In the individual cohorts participating to this study, the GWAS inflation (λGC) ranged from 0.995 to 1.076, indicating that there was no significant population stratification or that it was very minor.
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In the conclusion of study, It has been determined that students participated to this study are indecisive about environmentalist and nature-centered approaches.
Six EP participated to this study, four women and two men, mean age 37 ± 7 years old.
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An invitation to participate to this study was sent to the local coordinators of 48 ICUs belonging to the REVA network.
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Twenty-two male runners participated to this study after medical examination.
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We are indebted to all subjects who participated to this study.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use "participating in this study" instead of "participating to this study". The preposition "in" is grammatically correct and widely accepted.
Common error
Avoid using "to" after "participating" when referring to a study. The correct phrasing is "participating in", as "to" introduces a grammatical error.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "participating to this study" functions as a gerund phrase acting as a noun, followed by a prepositional phrase. However, it's important to note that Ludwig AI identifies this specific phrasing as grammatically incorrect due to the improper use of the preposition "to."
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "participating to this study" is commonly found in scientific literature to express involvement in a research project. However, it is grammatically incorrect. Ludwig AI flags the preposition "to" as an error, with the correct form being "participating in this study". Despite its frequency, especially in scientific contexts, the incorrect preposition undermines the phrase's professional tone. To ensure clarity and grammatical accuracy, it is best to use the corrected phrase or alternatives such as "taking part in this study" or "being involved in this study".
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
participating in this study
Replaces 'to' with the correct preposition 'in' for grammatical accuracy.
taking part in this study
Uses 'taking part' instead of 'participating', offering a slightly more informal tone.
involved in this study
Focuses on the state of being involved, rather than the action of participating.
enrolled in this study
Highlights the act of being formally registered or included in the study.
contributing to this study
Emphasizes the act of providing input or assistance to the study's progress.
partaking in this study
Offers a more formal synonym for 'participating', suitable for academic contexts.
engaging in this study
Suggests a deeper level of interaction and involvement with the study's activities.
assisting with this study
Highlights a supportive role, focusing on helping with the study's execution.
being a subject in this study
Specifically refers to individuals whose data is being collected.
collaborating on this study
Indicates a cooperative effort among multiple individuals or groups.
FAQs
What is the correct way to say I'm involved in a research project?
The correct phrasing is "participating in this study". Other options include "taking part in" or "involved in" the study.
Is it grammatically correct to say "participating to this study"?
No, the correct preposition to use with "participating" in this context is "in", not "to". Therefore, the correct phrase is "participating in this study".
What can I say instead of "participating to this study"?
Use alternatives like "participating in this study", "taking part in this study", or "involved in this study".
Which is correct, "participating to this study" or "participating in this study"?
"Participating in this study" is the correct phrase. The preposition "in" is required for grammatical accuracy.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
80%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested