Workshop "Scientific Writing"

Dr. Brian Cusack
Science Craft

21 March 2016, 9:00-17:00
22 March 2016, 9:00-17:00
Geb. 64, Ground Floor, Room 68/69

Description:

This two-day workshop enables life scientists to communicate their research clearly and effectively. Through numerous writing examples and relevant exercises as well as class discussions, participants learn how to describe their work in a flowing narrative with a clear "take home message". The interactive nature of the workshop means participants benefit not only from the experience of the instructor but also from the ideas of other participants. Each participant receives a copy of our reference and exercise books. Additionally, writing samples from each participant are edited by the instructor. The workshop teaches participants not only to tell the story of their research but also to direct their research using the writing process.

Preparation:

Before the workshop, participants are asked to provide a short sample of their own writing. This should be an Abstract and Title either from a manuscript currently in preparation for journal submission or describing participants' research so far. The writin sample should be a paragraph of 250 words with a one-sentence title.