THE SCIENTIST'S GUIDE TO WRITING HOW TO WRITE MORE EASSILY AND EFFECTIVELY THROUGHOUT YOUR SCIENTIFIC CAREER

• Main Author: Heard, Stephen B. (Author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Princeton, New Jersey Princeton University Press 2022
• Edition: 2ND EDITION
• Subjects: Technical writing
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• Physical Description: x, 349 pages illustrations 24 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9780691219202; 9780691219189

"An updated and expanded edition of the acclaimed writing guide for scientistsThe Scientist's Guide to Writing explains the essential techniques that students, postdocs, and early-career scientists need to write more clearly, efficiently, and easily. Now fully updated and expanded, this incisive primer offers practical advice on such topics as how to generate and maintain writing momentum, structuring a scientific paper, revising a first draft, handling citations, responding to peer reviews, managing coauthorships, and more. The ability to write clearly is critical to any scientific career. The Scientist's Guide to Writing shows scientists how to become better writers so that their ideas have the greatest possible impact.New chapters discuss effective reading, choosing the right journal for your research, and the advantages and disadvantages of posting preprintsProvides additional advice on reporting statistical results, dealing with conflicting peer reviews, managing coauthorships, English as an additional language, and moreEmphasizes writing as a process, not just a productEncourages habits that improve motivation and productivityOffers detailed guidance on submission, review, revision, and publicationIncludes a wealth of new exercises"--