Joshua Schimel Writing Science (Paperback)
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Further Details Title: Writing Science Condition: New EAN: 9780199760244 ISBN: 9780199760244 Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc Format: Paperback Release Date: 12/15/2011 Item Height: 233mm Item Length: 156mm Item Width: 12mm Author: Joshua Schimel Language: English Subtitle: How to Write Papers That Get Cited and Proposals That Get Funded ISBN-10: 0199760241 Description: As a scientist, you are a professional writer: your career is built on successful proposals and papers. Success isn't defined by getting papers into print, but by getting them into the reader's consciousness. Writing Science is built upon the idea that successful science writing tells a story. It uses that insight to discuss how to write more effectively. Integrating lessons from other genres of writing with those from the author's years of experience as author, reviewer, and editor, the book shows scientists and students how to present their research in a way that is clear and that will maximize reader comprehension.The book takes an integrated approach, using the principles of story structure to discuss every aspect of successful science writing, from the overall structure of a paper or proposal to individual sections, paragraphs, sentences, and words. It begins by building core arguments, analyzing why some stories are engaging and memorable while others are quickly forgotten, and proceeds to the elements of story structure, showing how the structures scientists and researchers use in papers and proposals fit into classical models. The book targets the internal structure of a paper, explaining how to write clear and professional sections, paragraphs, and sentences in a way that is clear and compelling. The ideas within a paper should flow seamlessly, drawing readers along. The final section of the book deals with special challenges, such as how to discuss research limitations and how to write for the public. Writing Science is a much-needed guide to succeeding in modern science. Its insights and strategies will equip science students, scientists, and professionals across a wide range of scientific and technical fields with the tools needed to communicate effectively. Country/Region of Manufacture: US Genre: Science Nature & Math Item Weight: 340g Release Year: 2011 Missing Information? Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.
