Resource Library
Article:The SAMPL Guidelines for Statistical Reporting
"Basic Statistical Reporting for Articles Published in Biomedical Journals: The 'Statistical Analyses and Methods in the Published Literature' or
The SAMPL Guidelines” by Thomas A. Lang and Douglas G. Altman. These statistical-reporting guidelines can help authors, editors, and peer reviewers. Most of the content is applicable not only to biomedical but also to other fields.
Online tools for researchers
A list of online tools for researchers: crowdsourcing research, social networking, sharing scientific data, lab management, writing and publishing...
PDF copy - Application for online course (April 1 to May 5, 2013)
PDF copy - Application for travel grant 2013 (First set)
This is for reference only. The application must be filled online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/aatravelgrants2013
PDF copy - Application for workshop grant 2013 (First set)
This is for reference only. The application must be filled online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/aaworkshopgrants2013
Web resource:"How to Write for Technical Periodicals & Conferences"
A 28-page guide from the professional association IEEE. Among topics addressed: ethics in scientific publication, deciding whether to present at a conference or write a journal article, identifying conferences and journals suitable for one’s work, developing a manuscript, revising, and peer review. Interactive, with links to other resources.
Web resource:Author Resource Center
Online resource on "writing and publishing scholarly manuscripts". Contains a blog (including an Editing Tip of the Week), a resources section, and external links. From the company American Journal Experts (AJE).
Web resource:"Writing for Publication in Veterinary Medicine: A Practical Guide for Researchers and Clinicians"
Online guide from the publisher Wiley-Blackwell. 24 pages. By 2 researchers with experience in journal editing. Contains advice applicable to writing in veterinary and other fields.
Presentation:PACN-INASP Train-the-Trainer Workshop on Teaching Scientific Writing
Main slides from AuthorAID train-the-trainer workshop held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on 30 November 2012. Major topics include the following: some basics of teaching and learning, giving effective lectures, planning and facilitating discussions, planning and giving an AuthorAID workshop, and other options for using AuthorAID materials.
Presentation:Day 2 of 2: PACN-INASP Post-Congress Workshop on Scientific Writing
Main slides from the second half of an AuthorAID workshop held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on 28-29 November 2012. Major topics include publishing a journal article, writing effectively in English about science, preparing presentations, and writing grant proposals.