Communication skills for the biosciences:a graduate guide
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Oxford University Press,
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Publisher Address: | Oxford New York |
Publication Dates: | 2009. |
Literature type: | Book |
Language: | English |
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Carrier Form: | xv, 270 p.: ill. ; 25 cm. |
ISBN: |
9780199226351 0199226350 |
Index Number: | H05 |
CLC: |
H05 N05 |
Call Number: | N05/D272-1 |
Contents: |
Includes bibliographical references and index. Essential communication skills -- Recording and managing information -- Ethics in communication -- Introduction to the scientific literature -- Conducting effective literature searches -- Reviewing scientific literature -- Writing a literature review -- Writing a research proposal -- Writing a research paper -- Writing an abstract -- Preparing tables and figures -- Writing a Master's dissertation or a PhD thesis -- Delivering effective oral presentations -- Preparing and presenting a research poster -- Networking. Effective scientific communication is a skill highly-prized by potential employers, and is central to success during postgraduate study. This title is a straightforward, practical guide to the skills you should master to get the most out of your study and research, to pave the way to a successful career. |