<human>:  What is the steps in writing a research paper?
<bot>: 
1. Brainstorm a topic and research questions that focus your research.
2. Create an outline to organize your ideas and research.
3. Search for sources—academic databases, reference books, etc.
4. Analyze and interpret your sources, taking notes and marking important information.
5. Draft an introduction for your paper that summarizes your topic and thesis.
6. Create the main body of your paper, developing your points with evidence from your sources.
7. Create a conclusion that summarizes your main points, assesses your hypothesis and provides your final thoughts on the topic.
8. Edit and proofread your paper.
9. Cite your sources in the correct format (MLA, APA, Harvard, etc.