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Scientific Writing = Thinking in Words,New
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Telling people about research is just as important as doing it. But many competent researchers are wary of scientific writing, despite its importance for sharpening scientific thinking, advancing their career, obtaining funding for their work and growing the prestige of their institution.This second edition of David Lindsays popular book Scientific Writing = Thinking in Words presents a way of thinking about writing that builds on the way good scientists think about research. The simple principles in this book will help you to clarify the objectives of your work and present your results with impact. Fully updated throughout, with practical examples of good and bad writing, an expanded chapter on writing for nonscientists and a new chapter on writing grant applications, this book makes communicating research easier and encourages researchers to write confidently.It is an ideal reference for researchers preparing journal articles, posters, conference presentations, reviews and popular articles; for students preparing theses; and for researchers whose first language is not English. Makes it easy to understand what goes where in scientific publications and, equally importantly, why Reinforces principles with examples of good and bad writing Addresses new issues for publishing, including open access and predatory journals Emphasizes writing effectively in other media that scientists must use, including conference papers, posters, theses, reviews, popular articles and grant applications Explains the principles behind writing and how it affects readers rather than proposing recipes for good writing
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Scientific Writing = Thinking in Words'? A: The book emphasizes the importance of scientific writing as a means of communicating research effectively. It provides principles that help researchers clarify their objectives and present their results with impact.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is David Lindsay, who has updated the second edition with practical examples and additional chapters.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: Key features include examples of good and bad writing, an expanded chapter on writing for non-scientists, a new chapter on writing grant applications, and guidance on various forms of scientific communication.
- Q: Is this book suitable for non-native English speakers? A: Yes, the book is designed to assist researchers whose first language is not English, making it accessible for a wider audience.
- Q: What type of publication is this book? A: This book is a paperback edition, consisting of 180 pages.
- Q: When was 'Scientific Writing = Thinking in Words' published? A: The second edition was published on April 29, 2020.
- Q: Does the book cover recent publishing issues? A: Yes, it addresses new issues related to publishing, including open access and predatory journals.
- Q: What formats of writing does this book address? A: The book covers various writing formats including journal articles, posters, conference presentations, reviews, popular articles, and grant applications.
- Q: How does the book help improve writing skills? A: It reinforces writing principles with examples, explains the impact of writing on readers, and encourages effective communication in various media.
- Q: Is this book recommended for students? A: Yes, it is an ideal reference for students preparing theses and anyone looking to improve their scientific writing skills.