Resource Library

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1. Online Guide to Open Access Journals Publishing | 07 Feb 2010
   Offers guidance in planning, setting up, launching, publishing, and managing open-access journals.
2. The Dissertation Writer's Toolkit | 07 Feb 2010
   Provides links to items to help graduate students and others be more productive and feel less stressed. Among topics addressed are avoiding writer's block, revising a dissertation, and living a balanced life (rather than spending all the time working or feeling guilty about not working).
3. APA Style Website | 30 Jan 2010
   Website about APA (American Psychological Association) style, commonly used in the social and behavioral sciences. Also provides related guidance. Among items included in the website: information about the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, a tutorial on basics of APA style, sample papers using APA style, a set of frequently asked questions (FAQs), and a blog on APA style.
4. IDRC Toolkit for Researchers | 24 Jan 2010
   PowerPoint presentations on aspects of research communication. From the International Research Development Centre. Presentation titles: “How to Become a Strategic Communicator”, “How to Build a Slide Presentation”, “How to Deal with the Media”, “How to Do a TV Interview”, “How to Make Effective Presentations”, "How to Write a Policy Brief”, and “How to Write for the Web”. Presentations are in English. French versions are posted at http://www.idrc.ca/fr/ev-131735-201-1-DO_TOPIC.html.
5. Careers in Science Communication (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 164Kb) | 17 Jan 2010
   Presentation mainly for postdoctoral fellows. Given at research writing workshop at (US) National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. Subtopics include niches in science communication, career preparation, organizations, and reading. Also includes quiz "Is a science communication career for you?"
6. Science Dissemination Using Open Access: A compendium of selected literature on open access/Difusión Científica y las Iniciativas de Acceso Abierto: Recopilación de publicaciones seleccionadas sobre el acceso abierto al conocimiento | 03 Jan 2010
   Book on open access. Available both in English and in a Spanish translation. Can be read online using the provided platform or downloaded in PDF versions.
7. Author Resources from Elsevier | 27 Dec 2009
   This Web page provides links to resources that the publisher Elsevier has developed to help authors write and publish scientific papers. The resources include a video of a presentation titled "How to Write a World Class Paper", a PDF file of slides from a version of this presentation, and an "ask the editor" section containing editors' answers to questions. Although intended primarily for authors in pharmacology, these resources can help authors in many fields.
8. Writing in English about Research (Vietnamese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 126Kb) | 12 Dec 2009
9. Preparing Grant Proposals and CVs (Vietnamese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 181Kb) | 12 Dec 2009
10. Writing the Introduction (Vietnamese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 134Kb) | 12 Dec 2009
11. Citing References (Vietnamese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 134Kb) | 12 Dec 2009
12. Writing the Discussion (Vietnamese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 135Kb) | 12 Dec 2009
13. Writing the Results Section (Vietnamese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 131Kb) | 12 Dec 2009
14. Writing the Methods Section (Vietnamese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 143Kb) | 12 Dec 2009
15. Publishing a Journal Article (Vietnamese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 138Kb) | 12 Dec 2009
16. The Structure of a Scientific Paper (Vietnamese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 133Kb) | 12 Dec 2009
17. Approaching a Writing Project (Vietnamese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 200Kb) | 12 Dec 2009
18. Guidance on Duplicate Publication for BioMed Central Journal Editors | 07 Dec 2009
    Normally, material that has been published in one journal should not also appear in another journal. However, exceptions exist. This document, from the open-access publisher BioMed Central, lists exceptions and provides guidance regarding them. It also includes links to other resources on the subject. Although this document is from one publisher, much of the content also applies to journals from other publishers.
19. The Publication Process (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 136Kb) | 15 Nov 2009
    From November 2009 workshop in Cali, Colombia. Describes the publication process for journal articles, from submitting a manuscript through reviewing proofs. Focuses largely on peer review and other aspects of the decision process at journals.
20. How to Develop a Manuscript: More Aspects (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 165Kb) | 15 Nov 2009
    From November 2009 workshop in Cali, Colombia. Topics include ethics of scientific publication, authorship, approaching a writing project, writing style, and writing in English as a foreign language.
21. How to Write a Scientific Paper (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 220Kb) | 15 Nov 2009
    From November 2009 workshop in Cali, Colombia. Describes the "IMRAD" structure for scientific papers (Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion). Also provides advice on content and organization of each part of the paper.
22. Which Journal to Publish in and How (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 168Kb) | 15 Nov 2009
    From November 2009 workshop in Cali, Colombia. Discusses factors to consider when deciding which journal to submit a paper to. Also discusses using journals' instructions to authors.
23. AuthorAID: Helping Developing-Country Authors to Write and Publish (Handout) (PDF document, 33Kb) | 25 Oct 2009
    Handout accompanying presentation at American Medical Writers Association annual conference (October 2009).
24. AuthorAID: Helping Developing-Country Researchers to Write and Publish (Presentation) (PDF document, 286Kb) | 25 Oct 2009
    Presentation at the American Medical Writers Association annual conference. Given by Barbara Gastel (AuthorAID Knowledge Community Editor) on 24 October 2009.
25. Academic Phrasebank | 18 Oct 2009
    This website contains phrases that can be suitable to use in journal articles and other writing about research.
26. Cómo Escribir y Publicar Trabajos Científicos: Algunos Métodos para Disminuir el Estrés y Aumentar el Éxito (PDF document, 18Kb) | 18 Oct 2009
    Estas notas tomadas de una presentación de una hora dirigida a un público de estudiantes de postgrado ofrecen 50 consejos prácticos para escribir y publicar trabajos científicos. Se invita a la comunidad de AuthorAid a que además de leerlas, las empleen en sus presentaciones y discusiones. Agradecemos a Roberto Tuda Rivas la traducción de estas notas del inglés al español.
27. Writing and Publishing Scientific Papers: Ways to Decrease Stress and Increase Success (PDF document, 18Kb) | 11 Oct 2009
    This handout from a 1-hour presentation for graduate students presents 50 tips for writing and publishing scientific papers. In addition to reading this handout, AuthorAID community members are welcome to use it in presentations and discussions.
28. On Being a Scientist (Video) | 11 Oct 2009
    Intended largely for graduate students and other early-career researchers, this approximately 7-minute video discusses research ethics, including publication ethics. The video is based on the book On Being a Scientist: A Guide to Responsible Conduct in Research (3rd edition). It is from the US National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, and Institute of Medicine.
29. On Being a Scientist (Book) | 11 Oct 2009
    Intended largely for graduate students and other early-career researchers, On Being a Scientist: A Guide to Responsible Conduct in Research (3rd edition) provides guidance on research ethics, including publication ethics. This small book can be read online. In addition, printed copies and PDF copies can be ordered. The book is a project of the US National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, and Institute of Medicine.
30. Dealing with Writer's Block (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 119Kb) | 04 Oct 2009
    Many of us have difficulty starting to write. This presentation identifies some causes of this difficulty and provides some suggestions for overcoming it.
31. Workshop Plan--Two 1-Day Sessions a Week Apart (PDF document, 37Kb) | 04 Oct 2009
    Here, for use in giving similar workshops, is the plan from a research-communication workshop consisting of 2 full-day sessions 1 week apart. It includes the schedules for the 2 days and the homework assignment for between the 2 sessions. For the main presentations, PowerPoint presentations available in several languages in the AuthorAID Resource Library can be used. At appropriate times in the workshop, participants should analyze and discuss respective sections of papers they brought.
32. The Introduction (Arabic/English) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 140Kb) | 30 Aug 2009
33. Writing in English as a Foreign Language (Arabic/English) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 128Kb) | 30 Aug 2009
34. Preparing Grant Proposals and CVs (Arabic/English) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 200Kb) | 30 Aug 2009
35. Citing References (Arabic/English) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 138Kb) | 30 Aug 2009
36. The Discussion Section (Arabic/English) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 136Kb) | 30 Aug 2009
37. Poster Presentations and Oral Presentations (Arabic/English) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 157Kb) | 30 Aug 2009
38. Tables and Figures (Arabic/English) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 127Kb) | 30 Aug 2009
39. The Results Section (Arabic/English) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 132Kb) | 30 Aug 2009
40. Publishing a Journal Article (Arabic/English) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 144Kb) | 30 Aug 2009
41. The Methods Section (Arabic/English) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 144Kb) | 30 Aug 2009
42. The Structure of a Scientific Paper (Arabic/English) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 266Kb) | 30 Aug 2009
43. Approaching a Writing Project (Arabic/English) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 185Kb) | 30 Aug 2009
44. The Introduction (Arabic Translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 132Kb) | 29 Aug 2009
45. Writing in English as a Foreign Language (Arabic Translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 125Kb) | 29 Aug 2009
46. Preparing Grant Proposals and CVs (Arabic Translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 174Kb) | 29 Aug 2009
47. Citing References (Arabic Translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 131Kb) | 29 Aug 2009
48. The Discussion Section (Arabic Translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 129Kb) | 29 Aug 2009
49. Poster Presentations and Oral Presentations (Arabic Translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 138Kb) | 29 Aug 2009
50. Tables and Figures (Arabic Translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 124Kb) | 29 Aug 2009
51. The Results Section (Arabic Translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 127Kb) | 29 Aug 2009
52. Publishing a Journal Article (Arabic Translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 128Kb) | 29 Aug 2009
53. The Methods Section (Arabic Translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 136Kb) | 29 Aug 2009
54. The Structure of a Scientific Paper (Arabic Translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 260Kb) | 29 Aug 2009
55. Approaching a Writing Project (Arabic Translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 174Kb) | 29 Aug 2009
56. Preparation of Manuscripts for Publication: Improving Your Chances for Success | 22 Aug 2009
    Article from the journal Clinical Chemistry. Provides guidance on preparing each part of a scientific paper. Also includes other advice.
57. How to Give a Good Colloquium | 01 Aug 2009
    This article, by John E McCarthy, appeared in the Canadian Mathematical Society NOTES in 1999 and was reprinted by the American Mathematical Society. Although the article focuses on the type of mathematics presentation called a colloquium, many of the ideas in it also apply to giving other types of scholarly presentations.
58. Advice on Giving a Good PowerPoint Presentation | 01 Aug 2009
    This article, by Joseph A Gallian, appeared in 2006 in the magazine Math Horizons, published by the Mathematical Association of America. Although the article is intended mainly for readers giving presentations in mathematics, much of the content also applies to giving presentations in other fields.
59. Editing for the Specialist (PDF document, 1283Kb) | 04 Jul 2009
    Chapter from Editing and Publication: A Training Manual, by Ian Montagnes. Published by the International Rice Research Institute and the International Development Research Centre, 1991. Sections: "Journals", "Editing articles: title, author, abstract", "Editing articles: the text", "Citations and references", "Editing tables", "Editing the proceedings of a conference", and "Editorial review".
60. Getting the Most out of Words (PDF document, 1313Kb) | 04 Jul 2009
    Chapter from Editing and Publication: A Training Manual, by Ian Montagnes. Published by the International Rice Research Institute and the International Development Research Centre, 1991. Sections: "About words", "Words and meanings", "Using concrete words", "Building forceful sentences", "Rules for readability", and "Testing readability".
61. Syllabus (Word)--Intensive Course in Research Writing (Microsoft Word Document, 57Kb) | 27 Jun 2009
    Syllabus for 3-week intensive course given at Texas A&M University in summer 2009. Lists presentation topics, reading assignments, and writing assignments. Can be adapted for courses meeting less frequently over longer times. For more information, see the AuthorAID "News & Updates" entry for 27 June 2009.
62. Syllabus (PDF)--Intensive Course in Research Writing (PDF document, 36Kb) | 27 Jun 2009
    Syllabus for 3-week intensive course given at Texas A&M University in summer 2009. Lists presentation topics, reading assignments, and writing assignments. Can be adapted for courses meeting less frequently over longer times. For more information, see the AuthorAID "News & Updates" entry for 27 June 2009.
63. Editing and Publication: A Handbook for Trainers | 13 Jun 2009
    Written as a companion to Editing and Publication: A Training Manual (also in the AuthorAID Resource Library), this handbook provides guidance in planning and giving training courses on science editing and related subjects. It also includes exercises suitable for such courses. The handbook is easy to read.
64. Editing and Publication: A Training Manual | 13 Jun 2009
    Intended mainly for "editors and publication officers at research institutes and extension agencies" in developing countries, this easy-to-read manual contains much good advice. The chapters on editing are are especially good; some other parts, such as those on printing and photography, are now out of date, as the technology has changed since the manual appeared in 1991. This manual, published by the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), was written by editor Ian Montagnes as part of a training project. It contains many examples from agriculture.
65. Some Style Manuals and Other Resources (Microsoft Word Document, 35Kb) | 23 May 2009
    Supplementary material from the AuthorAID Workshop on Research Writing Skills, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 17-21 May 2009. Lists style manuals and other books brought to the Bangladesh Academy of Sciences in conjunction with the workshop. Includes tables of contents.
66. Teaching Techniques: An American Perspective (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 83Kb) | 23 May 2009
    Supplementary material from the AuthorAID Workshop on Research Writing Skills, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 17-21 May 2009.
67. Approaching a Writing Project (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 106Kb) | 23 May 2009
    From the AuthorAID Workshop on Research Writing Skills, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 17-21 May 2009.
68. Structure of a Scientific Paper (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 33Kb) | 23 May 2009
    From the AuthorAID Workshop on Research Writing Skills, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 17-21 May 2009.
69. The Methods Section (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 40Kb) | 23 May 2009
    From the AuthorAID Workshop on Research Writing Skills, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 17-21 May 2009.
70. Publishing a Journal Article (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 44Kb) | 23 May 2009
    From the AuthorAID Workshop on Research Writing Skills, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 17-21 May 2009.
71. The Results Section (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 31Kb) | 23 May 2009
    From the AuthorAID Workshop on Research Writing Skills, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 17-21 May 2009.
72. Preparing Tables and Figures (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 31Kb) | 23 May 2009
    From the AuthorAID Workshop on Research Writing Skills, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 17-21 May 2009.
73. Preparing Poster Presentations and Oral Presentations (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 140Kb) | 23 May 2009
    From the AuthorAID Workshop on Research Writing Skills, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 17-21 May 2009.
74. The Discussion Section (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 35Kb) | 23 May 2009
    From the AuthorAID Workshop on Research Writing Skills, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 17-21 May 2009.
75. Citing References (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 34Kb) | 23 May 2009
    From the AuthorAID Workshop on Research Writing Skills, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 17-21 May 2009.
76. The Introduction (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 33Kb) | 23 May 2009
    From the AuthorAID Workshop on Research Writing Skills, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 17-21 May 2009.
77. Grant Proposals and CVs (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 59Kb) | 23 May 2009
    From the AuthorAID Workshop on Research Writing Skills, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 17-21 May 2009.
78. Writing in English (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 29Kb) | 23 May 2009
    From the AuthorAID Workshop on Research Writing Skills, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 17-21 May 2009.
79. Preparing Grant Proposals (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 59Kb) | 16 May 2009
    Presentation at the May 2009 INASP (International Network for the Availability of Scientific Publications) country coordinators' meeting. Includes a small-group exercise.
80. Approaching a Writing Project (Chinese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 44Kb) | 03 May 2009
    Chinese translation of presentation from AuthorAID workshop, National University of Rwanda, February 2009
81. The Structure of a Scientific Paper (Chinese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 83Kb) | 03 May 2009
    Chinese translation of presentation from AuthorAID workshop, National University of Rwanda, February 2009
82. Writing the Methods Section (Chinese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 95Kb) | 03 May 2009
    Chinese translation of presentation from AuthorAID workshop, National University of Rwanda, February 2009
83. Publishing a Journal Article (Chinese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 83Kb) | 03 May 2009
    Chinese translation of presentation from AuthorAID workshop, National University of Rwanda, February 2009
84. Writing the Results Section (Chinese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 81Kb) | 03 May 2009
    Chinese translation of presentation from AuthorAID workshop, National University of Rwanda, February 2009
85. Preparing Tables and Figures (Chinese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 81Kb) | 03 May 2009
    Chinese translation of presentation from AuthorAID workshop, National University of Rwanda, February 2009
86. Preparing Poster Presentations and Oral Presentations (Chinese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 88Kb) | 03 May 2009
    Chinese translation of presentation from AuthorAID workshop, National University of Rwanda, February 2009
87. Writing the Discussion (Chinese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 85Kb) | 03 May 2009
    Chinese translation of presentation from AuthorAID workshop, National University of Rwanda, February 2009
88. Citing References (Chinese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 82Kb) | 03 May 2009
    Chinese translation of presentation from AuthorAID workshop, National University of Rwanda, February 2009
89. Writing the Introduction (Chinese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 83Kb) | 03 May 2009
    Chinese translation of presentation from AuthorAID workshop, National University of Rwanda, February 2009
90. Preparing Grant Proposals and CVs (Chinese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 126Kb) | 03 May 2009
    Chinese translation of presentation from AuthorAID workshop, National University of Rwanda, February 2009
91. Writing in English about Research (Chinese translation) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 75Kb) | 03 May 2009
    Chinese translation of presentation from AuthorAID workshop, National University of Rwanda, February 2009
92. Aborder un Projet de Rédaction (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 128Kb) | 26 Apr 2009
93. La Structure d’un Article Scientifique (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 119Kb) | 26 Apr 2009
94. La Section des Méthodes (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 133Kb) | 26 Apr 2009
95. Publier un Article de Revue: Une Vue d’Ensemble du Processus (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 183Kb) | 26 Apr 2009
96. La Section des Résultats (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 114Kb) | 26 Apr 2009
97. Tableaux et Figures: Quelques Conseils de Base (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 118Kb) | 26 Apr 2009
98. Presentations des Posters and Presentations Orales (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 152Kb) | 26 Apr 2009
99. La Section sur les Discussions (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 123Kb) | 26 Apr 2009
100. Citer des Références (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 115Kb) | 26 Apr 2009
101. L’Introduction (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 122Kb) | 26 Apr 2009
102. Préparer les Demandes de Subvention et les Curriculums Vitae (CVs) (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 167Kb) | 26 Apr 2009
103. Ecrire en Anglais comme Langue Etrangère (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 105Kb) | 26 Apr 2009
104. "Author How To Guides" from Emerald Publishing (Microsoft Word Document, 25Kb) | 19 Apr 2009
     Series of online guides from Emerald Group Publishing Limited. Available at http://info.emeraldinsight.com/authors/guides/index.htm. Among titles that may especially interest AuthorAID users: "How to find the right journal", "How to structure your article", "How to proofread your work", "How to survive peer review and revise your paper", and "How to prepare papers if English is not your first language".
105. Cómo Abordar un Proyecto de Redacción (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 79Kb) | 06 Apr 2009
     Del Taller "Scientific Writing". Torreón, México. Marzo de 2009.
106. La estructura de un articulo científico (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 167Kb) | 06 Apr 2009
     Del Taller "Scientific Writing". Torreón, México. Marzo de 2009.
107. La Sección de Métodos (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 41Kb) | 06 Apr 2009
     Del Taller "Scientific Writing". Torreón, México. Marzo de 2009.
108. Publicación de un artículo científico: Una visión general del proceso (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 45Kb) | 06 Apr 2009
     Del Taller "Scientific Writing". Torreón, México. Marzo de 2009.
109. La Sección de Resultados (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 31Kb) | 06 Apr 2009
     Del Taller "Scientific Writing". Torreón, México. Marzo de 2009.
110. Tablas y Figuras: Algunos Consejos Básicos (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 33Kb) | 06 Apr 2009
     Del Taller "Scientific Writing". Torreón, México. Marzo de 2009.
111. Presentaciones en Cartel y Presentaciones Orales (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 53Kb) | 06 Apr 2009
     Del Taller "Scientific Writing". Torreón, México. Marzo de 2009.
112. La Sección de Discusión (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 35Kb) | 06 Apr 2009
     Del Taller "Scientific Writing". Torreón, México. Marzo de 2009.
113. Como Citar Referencias (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 37Kb) | 06 Apr 2009
     Del Taller "Scientific Writing". Torreón, México. Marzo de 2009.
114. Cómo Preparar una Solicitud de Financiamiento y Curriculum Vitae (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 66Kb) | 06 Apr 2009
     Del Taller "Scientific Writing". Torreón, México. Marzo de 2009.
115. La Introducción (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 36Kb) | 06 Apr 2009
     Del Taller "Scientific Writing". Torreón, México. Marzo de 2009.
116. Como Redactar en Inglés como Lengua Extranjera (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 33Kb) | 06 Apr 2009
     Del Taller "Scientific Writing". Torreón, México. Marzo de 2009.
117. Getting Research into the Media (Microsoft Word Document, 38Kb) | 07 Mar 2009
     Advice from journalist Pius Sawa on presenting research through the popular media. Includes guidance on working with reporters. Presented at a February 2009 AuthorAID workshop.
118. Other Topics (PDF document, 366Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Lesson on ethics, rights, and permissions. Lesson on spoken presentations and poster presentations.
119. Scientific English (PDF document, 3196Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Lessons on stock phrases, tenses, jargon, abbreviations, prepositions, use and misuse of English, articles, writing concisely, and revising and proofreading.
120. Other Types of Scientific Writing (PDF document, 759Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Lessons on preparing review articles, letters to the editor, book reviews, grant proposals, curricula vitae, case reports, and theses.
121. Writing and Publishing Scientific Papers, Part 4 (PDF document, 1818Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Lessons on preparing the title and abstract. Lessons about the editorial process and submitting an article. Course review and evaluation.
122. Writing and Publishing Scientific Papers, Part 3 (PDF document, 2348Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Lessons on preparing the reference list, discussion, introduction, and acknowledgments. Semester review and evaluation.
123. Writing and Publishing Scientific Papers, Part 2 (PDF document, 1199Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Lessons on preparing the methods section, author list, results section, tables, and illustrations.
124. Writing and Publishing Scientific Papers, Part 1 (PDF document, 630Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Lessons on using instructions for authors and on choosing journals.
125. Introductory Material (PDF document, 520Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Cover, title page, table of contents, preface, introductory lessons.
126. Fact Sheet: CMB Writing and Editing Program (PDF document, 16Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Information about the China Medical Board Program in Biomedical Writing and Editing (1996-2007).
127. What YOU Need to Know about Communication, Writing, and Science (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 390Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Some highlights of a workshop by writer, editor, and trainer Tom Lang.
128. Scientific Writing Training Course, Zambia 2008 (RTF) (Rich Text Format (RTF), 61Kb) | 16 Jul 2008
129. Scientific Writing Training Course, Zambia 2008 (PDF document, 134Kb) | 16 Jul 2008
130. dsc00850.JPG (JPEG image, 98Kb) | 11 Jun 2008
131. dsc00845.JPG (JPEG image, 66Kb) | 11 Jun 2008
132. dsc00833.JPG (JPEG image, 43Kb) | 11 Jun 2008
133. dsc00820.JPG (JPEG image, 46Kb) | 11 Jun 2008
134. dsc00772.JPG (JPEG image, 58Kb) | 11 Jun 2008
135. nairobi-gastel-lec-5-some-writing-skills.pdf (PDF document, 173Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
136. nairobi-gastel-lec-4-which-journal-to-publish-in.pdf (PDF document, 70Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
137. nairobi-gastel-lec-3-the-publication-process.pdf (PDF document, 73Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
138. nairobi-gastel-lec-2-how-to-develop-a-manuscript-part-2.pdf (PDF document, 163Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
139. nairobi-gastel-lec-1-how-to-develop-a-manuscript-part-1.pdf (PDF document, 109Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
140. Other Advanced Topics (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 39Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Guidance on the following topics: (1) writing review articles; (2) writing letters to the editor, editorials, and book reviews; (3) supervising the writing of a thesis or dissertation, (4) writing recommendation letters for study in the United States; and (5) mentoring others in their writing.
141. Peer Reviewing (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 37Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Advice on providing thorough, helpful peer reviews. Includes general suggestions and section-by-section advice for reviewing papers. Also discusses reviewing proposals and providing informal peer review.
142. Publishing a Journal Article (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 36Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     An overview of--and tips on--the publication process. Topics include (1) identifying a target journal, (2) following the journal’s instructions, (3) submitting the paper, (4) understanding the decision process, (5) revising a paper, (6) answering queries, and (7) reviewing proofs.
143. gastel-writing-accessibly-about-science.pdf (PDF document, 137Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
144. gastel-torreon-presentation-final.pdf (PDF document, 95Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
145. chandravanshi-presentation.pdf (PDF document, 39Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
146. ahri-alert-workshop-photos.pdf (PDF document, 400Kb) | 14 Apr 2008
147. addis-gastel-lec-3-publishing-a-journal-article.pdf (PDF document, 51Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
148. addis-gastel-lec-2-writing-a-scientific-paper.pdf (PDF document, 93Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
149. addis-gastel-lec-1-approaching-writing.pdf (PDF document, 56Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
150. Writing a Scientific Paper (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 40Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Information on the appropriate content and organization of a scientific paper. Includes guidance regarding the main parts: Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. Also discusses other parts, including the title, author list, abstract, and reference list.
151. Selected Other Topics (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 51Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Some basics on the following: (1) literature searching, (2) avoiding plagiarism, (3) quoting and citing, (4) copyrights and patents, (5) writing style, (6) preparing a curriculum vitae, (7) asking for recommendation letters, and (8) writing for the public.
152. Writing and Publishing a Book (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 36Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Basic advice on writing and publishing a book. Main topics include finding a publisher, preparing a proposal, receiving a contract, and preparing the manuscript. Also discusses converting a dissertation (thesis) into a book.
153. Preparing a Grant Proposal (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 42Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Key aspects of writing proposals that will persuade funders to provide support. Among topics addressed: finding sources of funding, preparing a grant proposal, and avoiding common problems. Also provided: guidance on writing progress reports.
154. Ethical Issues in Journal Publication (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 31Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     Basic ethical issues in writing for and editing journals. Main topics: authenticity and accuracy, originality, credit, ethical treatment of humans and animals, and conflict of interest. Also introduces resources.
155. Journal Editing (Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, 37Kb) | 19 Feb 2009
     An introduction to journal editing. Among the topics discussed: the editorial board and staff, submission tracking and peer review, the manuscript decision process, manuscript editing, publicizing a journal, and organizations for editors.