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When considering titles of scientific papers, why are definite and indefinite articles omitted sometimes?

Is it a rule or is it a sign of bad English among foreign researchers and scientists?

Example: Observation of Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen Entanglement on Supraquantum Structures by Induction Through Nonlinear Transuranic Crystal of Extremely Long Wavelength Pulse from Mode-Locked Source Array

I think there are at least three indefinite articles missing, and possibly some definite articles.

  1. Through a nonlinear transuranic crystal
  2. an extremely long wavelength pulse
  3. a mode locked source array

I'm a non-native speaker, so any thoughts on this topic are very welcome!