Resource Library
Presentation:Preparing a Grant Proposal
Key aspects of writing proposals that will persuade funders to provide support. Among topics addressed: finding sources of funding, preparing a grant proposal, and avoiding common problems. Also provided: guidance on writing progress reports.
Presentation:Writing a Scientific Paper
Information on the appropriate content and organization of a scientific paper. Includes guidance regarding the main parts: Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. Also discusses other parts, including the title, author list, abstract, and reference list.
Presentation:Other Advanced Topics
Guidance on the following topics: (1) writing review articles; (2) writing letters to the editor, editorials, and book reviews; (3) supervising the writing of a thesis or dissertation, (4) writing recommendation letters for study in the United States; and (5) mentoring others in their writing.
Presentation:What YOU Need to Know about Communication, Writing, and Science
Some highlights of a workshop by writer, editor, and trainer Tom Lang.
Presentation:Ethical Issues in Journal Publication
Basic ethical issues in writing for and editing journals. Main topics: authenticity and accuracy, originality, credit, ethical treatment of humans and animals, and conflict of interest. Also introduces resources.
Presentation:Peer Reviewing
Advice on providing thorough, helpful peer reviews. Includes general suggestions and section-by-section advice for reviewing papers. Also discusses reviewing proposals and providing informal peer review.
Presentation:The Introduction
Presentation:Writing in English as a Foreign Language
Writing in English as a Foreign Language
Presentation:Poster Presentations and Oral Presentations
Poster Presentations and Oral Presentations