Writing science
Subtitle: how to write papers that get cited and proposals that get funded
By: Joshua Schimel
Publisher: Oxford University Press; Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Oxford; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 221
ISBN-13: 9780199760237; 9780199760244
Subjects: Technical writing; Proposal writing for grants
Description: 'Writing Science' is a guide to succeeding in modern science. It equips science students, scientists, and professionals across a wide range of scientific and technical fields with the tools needed to communicate effectively.

"Writing Science is built upon the idea that successful science writing tells a story, and it uses that insight to discuss how to write more effectively. Integrating lessons from other genres of writing and years of experience as author, reviewer, and editor, Joshua Schimel shows scientists and students how to present their research in a way that is clear and that will maximize reader comprehension...Writing Science is a much-needed guide to succeeding in modern science. Its insights and strategies will equip science students, scientists, and professionals across a wide range of scientific and technical fields with the tools needed to communicate effectively and successfully in a competitive industry." -- Back cover.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.