Scientific Writing Essentials is a comprehensive program with 7 classes and 6 take home assignments designed to equip participants with the fundamental skills necessary for effective scientific writing.
Participants will work on their own manuscripts. Through a series of hands-on lectures, discussions, and practical assignments, participants will learn about the intricacies of crafting well-structured, persuasive scientific papers in life sciences. The course will cover the different components of scientific writing, providing insights into manuscript construction, and thesis development, journal submission and peer review.
Course Outline:
Week 1: Understanding the Foundation of Scientific Papers
Week 2: Navigating Manuscript Construction
Week 3: Results and Methods
Week 4: Introduction and Discussion
Week 5: Fine-tuning Paper Details
Week 6: Journal Submission & Understanding Peer Review
Week 7: Incorporating Revisions
Eligibility:
Participants must come with a manuscript they are currently working on, for which data has been collected.
The workshop is supported by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Council (BBSRC) International Partnering Award from the UK Research and Innovation.