Successful scientific writing : (Record no. 520136)
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| control field | CR9781107587915 |
| 003 - CONTROL NUMBER IDENTIFIER | |
| control field | UkCbUP |
| 005 - DATE AND TIME OF LATEST TRANSACTION | |
| control field | 20200124160258.0 |
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| 020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER | |
| International Standard Book Number | 9781107587915 (ebook) |
| 020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER | |
| Cancelled/invalid ISBN | 9781107691933 (paperback) |
| 040 ## - CATALOGING SOURCE | |
| Original cataloging agency | UkCbUP |
| Language of cataloging | eng |
| Description conventions | rda |
| Transcribing agency | UkCbUP |
| 050 00 - LIBRARY OF CONGRESS CALL NUMBER | |
| Classification number | R119 |
| Item number | .M28 2014 |
| 082 00 - DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION NUMBER | |
| Classification number | 808.06/661 |
| Edition number | 23 |
| 100 1# - MAIN ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME | |
| Personal name | Matthews, Janice R., |
| Dates associated with a name | 1943- |
| Relator term | author. |
| 245 10 - TITLE STATEMENT | |
| Title | Successful scientific writing : |
| Remainder of title | a step-by-step guide for the biological and medical sciences / |
| Statement of responsibility, etc | Janice R. Matthews, Robert W. Matthews. |
| 250 ## - EDITION STATEMENT | |
| Edition statement | Fourth edition. |
| 264 #1 - Production, Publication, Distribution, Manufacture, and Copyright Notice (R) | |
| Place of production, publication, distribution, manufacture (R) | Cambridge : |
| Name of producer, publisher, distributor, manufacturer (R) | Cambridge University Press, |
| Date of production, publication, distribution, manufacture, or copyright notice | 2014. |
| 300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION | |
| Extent | 1 online resource (x, 294 pages) : |
| Other physical details | digital, PDF file(s). |
| 336 ## - Content Type (R) | |
| Content type term (R) | text |
| Content type code (R) | txt |
| Source (NR) | rdacontent |
| 337 ## - Media Type (R) | |
| Media type term (R) | computer |
| Media type code (R) | c |
| Source (NR) | rdamedia |
| 338 ## - Carrier Type (R) | |
| Carrier type term (R) | online resource |
| Carrier type code (R) | cr |
| Source (NR) | rdacarrier |
| 500 ## - GENERAL NOTE | |
| General note | Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 05 Oct 2015). |
| 505 00 - FORMATTED CONTENTS NOTE | |
| Miscellaneous information | Machine generated contents note: |
| -- | 1. |
| Title | Start with a plan -- |
| -- | Ask fundamental questions first -- |
| -- | Communication format : the message determines the medium -- |
| -- | So, where should this paper be published? -- |
| Miscellaneous information | 2. |
| Title | Conduct a comprehensive literature search -- |
| -- | Adapt to new ways -- |
| -- | Search many information channels -- |
| -- | Keep track of your resources -- |
| Miscellaneous information | 3. |
| Title | Prepare for the challenge -- |
| -- | Take charge of the task -- |
| -- | Manage your message -- |
| -- | Work with (and around) your natural inclinations -- |
| -- | Build momentum and keep it -- |
| Miscellaneous information | 4. |
| Title | Begin well -- |
| -- | Assess whether your research is ready for publication -- |
| -- | Deal early with authorship -- |
| -- | Master the practical mechanics of writing -- |
| Miscellaneous information | 5. |
| Title | Compose the IMRAD core of a strong first draft -- |
| -- | Tackle the Introduction -- |
| -- | Write your recipe : materials, methods, and variants -- |
| -- | Marshal your results -- |
| -- | Develop the Discussion and Conclusions |
| 505 00 - FORMATTED CONTENTS NOTE | |
| Miscellaneous information | 6. |
| Title | Assemble the rest of the first draft -- |
| -- | Compile a careful and complete reference list -- |
| -- | Generate a title and other front matter -- |
| -- | Develop a suitable abstract or summary -- |
| -- | Identify effectual keywords -- |
| -- | Acknowledge the help of others -- |
| -- | Be transparent about potential conflicts -- |
| Miscellaneous information | 7. |
| Title | Compile tables to develop, clarify, and support your story -- |
| -- | Use tables appropriately -- |
| -- | Revise tables thoughtfully -- |
| -- | Watch the details -- |
| -- | Mesh your graphics with your text -- |
| Miscellaneous information | 8. |
| Title | Include figures for evidence, efficiency, or emphasis -- |
| -- | Match figure to function -- |
| -- | Prepare simple, honest figures -- |
| -- | Illustrate relationships with graphs -- |
| -- | Document with photographs and other illustrations -- |
| -- | Develop explanatory artwork when needed -- |
| -- | Employ symbols and notations with care -- |
| -- | Highlight your story with effective figure legends -- |
| Miscellaneous information | 9. |
| Title | Report numbers clearly and responsibly -- |
| -- | Determine how to express numbers in the text -- |
| -- | Handle percentages properly -- |
| -- | Report statistics correctly -- |
| -- | Present probabilities clearly and fairly |
| 505 00 - FORMATTED CONTENTS NOTE | |
| Miscellaneous information | 10. |
| Title | Revise for coherence -- |
| -- | Start with organization and logic -- |
| -- | Rework for clarity of style -- |
| -- | Improve readability -- |
| -- | Condense for brevity -- |
| -- | Recognize when short might be too short -- |
| Miscellaneous information | 11. |
| Title | Improve style and syntax -- |
| -- | Use verb tense rules to show the status of work -- |
| -- | Know when to use active and passive voice -- |
| -- | Check for subject-verb agreement -- |
| -- | Attend to the mischief of multiples -- |
| -- | Watch for strange linkages -- |
| Miscellaneous information | 12. |
| Title | Improve word choice -- |
| -- | Recognize and minimize jargon -- |
| -- | Use bias-free, inclusive language -- |
| -- | Choose the right word -- |
| -- | Energize the verbs -- |
| Miscellaneous information | 13. |
| Title | Attend to punctuation, capitalization, and other mechanics -- |
| -- | Punctuate for clarity -- |
| -- | Capitalize consistently -- |
| -- | Treat scientific names properly -- |
| -- | Be careful with other non-English words and phrases -- |
| Miscellaneous information | 14. |
| Title | Address your ethical and legal responsibilities -- |
| -- | Value ethical concerns -- |
| -- | Ensure against plagiarism -- |
| -- | Adhere to guidelines for human and animal research -- |
| -- | Protect yourself from potential libel and slander charges -- |
| -- | Handle trade names responsibly -- |
| -- | Understand copyright and patents -- |
| -- | Know when and how to request permissions -- |
| -- | Verify that you have addressed all potential concerns |
| 505 00 - FORMATTED CONTENTS NOTE | |
| Miscellaneous information | 15. |
| Title | Oral presentations : adapt the text and visuals -- |
| -- | Choose your design tools -- |
| -- | Investigate electronic alternatives -- |
| -- | Present text effectively -- |
| -- | Adapt and simplify the supporting graphics -- |
| -- | Employ an effective slide presentation style -- |
| Miscellaneous information | 16. |
| Title | Share your story in public : presenting talks and posters -- |
| -- | The human factor -- |
| -- | Murphy was an optimist -- |
| -- | Deliver a successful speech or presentation -- |
| -- | Present a poster, the happy hybrid -- |
| -- | Handle questions with respect and assurance -- |
| Miscellaneous information | 17. |
| Title | Publication : the rest of the story -- |
| -- | Get it all together--then send it off! -- |
| -- | Understand the process of editorial review -- |
| -- | Tips for international publication -- |
| -- | Thirty exercises to improve anyone's scientific writing skills. |
| 520 ## - SUMMARY, ETC. | |
| Summary, etc | Thoroughly revised and updated, the new edition of this acclaimed and best-selling guide offers a rich blend of practical advice and real-life examples. The authors draw on fifty years of experience, providing detailed step-by-step guidance designed to help students and researchers write and present scientific manuscripts more successfully through knowledge, practice, and an efficient approach. Retaining the user-friendly style of the previous editions, this fourth edition has been broadened to include detailed information relevant to today's digital world. It covers all aspects of the writing process, from first drafts, literature retrieval, and authorship to final drafts and electronic publication. A new section provides extensive coverage of ethical issues, from plagiarism and dual publication to honesty in reporting statistics. Both the text and 30 hands-on exercises include abundant examples applicable to a variety of writing contexts, making this a powerful tool for researchers and students across a range of disciplines. |
| 650 #0 - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM | |
| Topical term or geographic name as entry element | Medical writing. |
| 700 1# - ADDED ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME | |
| Personal name | Matthews, Robert W., |
| Dates associated with a name | 1942- |
| Relator term | author. |
| 776 08 - ADDITIONAL PHYSICAL FORM ENTRY | |
| Display text | Print version: |
| International Standard Book Number | 9781107691933 |
| 856 40 - ELECTRONIC LOCATION AND ACCESS | |
| Uniform Resource Identifier | <a href="https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781107587915">https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781107587915</a> |
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