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6 Benefits of Academic Writing Retreats

6 Benefits of Academic Writing Retreats

The science behind academic writing retreats. Don’t miss to register to our retreat – there are only five tickets left!
3 Principals for Writing a Great Lay Summary for Your Proposal

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]

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

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

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

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

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…
A Conversation with Dr Laura Rossi

A Conversation with Dr Laura Rossi

I talk to Dr Laura Rossi about the challenges when writing papers, strategies to write productively and the importance of…
A Conversation with Dr Karrera Djoko

A Conversation with Dr Karrera Djoko

I talk to Karrera, an Assistant Professor at Durham University, about her unique writing process, a tool she uses for…
5 Common Myths About Scientific Writing- and Why They Aren’t True

5 Common Myths About Scientific Writing- and Why They Aren’t True

Some opinions and assumptions can be damaging and might hinder you from becoming an excellent (and happy!) scientific author! Click…

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