Archive for: scientific writing
Tips for writing sentences about science
Tips for writing sentences about science Make your writing clear Say what you mean For example, the sentence The observed changes in the gut microbiota caused inflammation in the mice. suggests direct causation. However, if this was an observational study, the two outcomes were probably observed to occur together, but […]
Verb tenses in scientific manuscripts
Verb tenses in scientific manuscripts A key aspect of producing a well-written scientific manuscript worthy of publication is the use of appropriate verb tenses in the different sections of the manuscript. In this infographic, we discuss when, where, and how to use the different verb tenses. The infographic contains the […]
Effective scientific writing – Tips to help you write better research papers
Effective scientific writing – Tips to help you write better research papers In this infographic, we provide some useful tips to help you write better research papers. The infographic contains the following text: Title Keep the title as concise yet informative as possible (typically 10-20 words). Be specific rather than […]
How to write an effective title
How to write an effective title You should not underestimate the importance of an effective title. The title is the first thing an editor, reviewer, and reader will see; a title that is poorly constructed may deter viewers from reading further. Titles are also important for indexing purposes; a well-constructed […]
Affect or effect?
Affect or effect? The basics ‘Affect’ is a verb. It means to influence something, e.g. Diet affects a person’s risk of cancer. Diet actively influences a person’s risk of cancer. ‘Effect’ is a noun. It means an outcome, i.e., the result of an action: An effect of global warming is poorer air […]
Want to peer review but never invited?
Want to peer review but never invited? There are many benefits to peer reviewing articles for journals. Reading cutting-edge research can inform your own research, help you keep up to date with current trends in your field, improve your writing skills, and expose you to new ways of presenting your […]