General[]
In publishing, an article is a piece of nonfictional prose that is an independent part of a publication (such as a book, journal, magazine, or newspaper).
Academia[]
In academia, articles are generally written with the intent to publish in journals in order to contribute to the larger body of knowledge of which the topic of the article is a part of.
Research[]
Also published in journals, reports and books, research articles contribute to the body of scientific knowledge.
Collaboration[]
Collaboration is a common method for the authorship of both academic and research articles.