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How to Get Your Scientific Writing Done Productively (Part 2)

You want to get more scientific writing done in less time? This post includes 6 tips that will help you…

How to Get Your Scientific Writing Done Productively (Part 1)

These 12 strategies will help you to stay productive when writing your paper. There’s also a scientific writing toolkit up…

How to Reduce Word Count

Your scientific paper draft exceeds your journal's word limit? Here is how to cut down the word count - without…

Designing an Engaging Conference Poster Step by Step

Science communicator Dr. Tullio Rossi explains step by step how to design a conference poster that will win awards. Get…

6 Reasons You Need Good Visuals in Your Presentations

I'm not exaggerating. A great visual with a teeny tiny bit of text (as in, like, up to 5 words)…

How to Write an Abstract for a Research Paper

The abstract is the most important piece of your scientific article. In this post, you’ll get your hands on an…

Mastering Scientific Language in Scientific Writing

You don’t need to master English as a native speaker to write excellent scientific papers. It is more important to…

How to Write a Title for Your Research Paper – The 10 Most Common Mistakes

A good title should be catchy, interesting, and informative. Here is how you can avoid the 10 most common mistakes…

The Ultimate Guide to References and Citations

Find out how to select studies to reference in your research and how to cite them in order to write…

How to Make Figures for Scientific Papers – A Step-by-Step Guide to Make Compelling Scientific Figures

A lot of authors underestimate the importance of figures in scientific papers. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to make…

The 5 Most Common Mistakes When Writing a Scientific Paper

Let’s be frank. You don’t necessarily get better in writing the more you do it. You also have to know…

What a Cover Letter for Journal Submission Should Include

Cover letters are a place for direct communication to the journal editor dealing with your paper so they're a perfect…

How to Use Storytelling in Scientific Writing

Learn how to write your paper as a scientific story instead of only reporting your findings!

The 9 Elements of a Story You Should Include in Your Scientific Paper

You have heard you should tell a story in your scientific paper but are wondering what are the elements of…

Why It’s Essential to Tell a Story in Your Paper

Ever gotten the advice to tell a story in your paper? But what does storytelling mean and why is it…

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3 Principals for Writing a Great Lay Summary for Your Proposal

Don’t underestimate the importance of lay summaries. Here are some of my discoveries from writing for popular science magazines.

Want to Write a Successful Grant? Nail This Part First. [Guest Post]

This article covers the most important step in the grant writing process that nobody talks about. Learn how to save…

How to Make Your Writing Flow

Wondering how to make your writing flow better? The technique is actually simpler than many researchers think and a key…

6 Holiday Book Tips for Scientists

Whether you are looking for books to read during your holidays or for a present for a scientist friend, you’re…

The 5 Most Common Mistakes When Writing a Grant Proposal

Check out the 5 most common mistakes when writing a grant proposal and learn how you can improve your funding…

5 Tips for Writing Materials & Methods Sections

I know you are at a stage in your scientific career where you know how to write a decent Materials…

When and How to Hire an Editor or Writing Coach – A Comprehensive-ish Guide

Looking for an academic writing coach or scientific editor? This guide explains the difference between editing and proof-reading, whether structural…

19 Academic Writing Tools (that are completely free!)

Whether you're looking for an academic phrase finder, a collaborative academic writing software, a tool to stay focused on your…

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Want to learn how to write a scientific paper?

Want to learn how to write a scientific paper?

How to Get Your Scientific Writing Done Productively (Part 2)

How to Get Your Scientific Writing Done Productively (Part 1)

How to Reduce Word Count

Designing an Engaging Conference Poster Step by Step

6 Reasons You Need Good Visuals in Your Presentations

How to Write an Abstract for a Research Paper

Mastering Scientific Language in Scientific Writing

How to Write a Title for Your Research Paper – The 10 Most Common Mistakes

The Ultimate Guide to References and Citations

How to Make Figures for Scientific Papers – A Step-by-Step Guide to Make Compelling Scientific Figures

The 5 Most Common Mistakes When Writing a Scientific Paper

What a Cover Letter for Journal Submission Should Include

How to Use Storytelling in Scientific Writing

The 9 Elements of a Story You Should Include in Your Scientific Paper

Why It’s Essential to Tell a Story in Your Paper

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3 Principals for Writing a Great Lay Summary for Your Proposal

Want to Write a Successful Grant? Nail This Part First. [Guest Post]

How to Make Your Writing Flow

6 Holiday Book Tips for Scientists

The 5 Most Common Mistakes When Writing a Grant Proposal

5 Tips for Writing Materials & Methods Sections

When and How to Hire an Editor or Writing Coach – A Comprehensive-ish Guide

19 Academic Writing Tools (that are completely free!)