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File Approaching Writing
Guidance on 5 basic aspects of the writing process: (1) establishing the mindset (attitude), (2) knowing the ethics, (3) preparing to write, (4) doing the writing, and (5) revising your work.
File Publishing a Journal Article
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.
File Writing a Scientific Paper
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.
File Writing and Publishing a Book
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.
File Preparing a Grant Proposal
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.
File Selected Other Topics
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.
File Giving Presentations
Guidance on preparing and giving both (1) poster presentations and (2) oral presentations.
File Journal Editing
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.
File Peer Reviewing
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.
File Ethical Issues in Journal Publication
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.
File Other Advanced Topics
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.
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