Writing in Academia: An Interview with Helen Sword
The Edge for Scholars
Helen Sword has made a career of studying how academic writers write. She agreed to answer a few questions from the Edge.
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Resilience as a Common Trait in Researchers
Amy Ramsey
If I have learned one thing in science, it is how to be more resilient.
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Three (Grant) Peeves in a Pod: Write Better
Cranky Reviewer
Contorted sentence structure and dense text torture reviewers.
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Blogging in a Busy World: Tips for Keeping Your Readers Engaged
Britteny Watson-Ivey
We live in a fast-paced, busy world, which means most blog readers are distracted long before they land on your site. Here are some tips to keep readers tuned in to your message.
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DIY Infographics: 3 Tips and 3 FREE Resources
Aimee Edgeworth
Infographics deliver data with IMPACT, learn how to make your information stand out.
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38 On-Line Services to Outsource Your Chores
Helen Bird
Life happens. Here are 38 online services to help when the going gets rough.
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Bespoke Tailoring: Why You Want to Work with a Writer/Editor
Katherine Hartmann, MD, PhD
Hiring a medical editor is like having a bespoke tailor. No one cares what I’m wearing, but I want my work to step-out completely dressed for success.
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Vexing Issues for New PIs: Picking Corresponding Author, Potential Reviewers, Blacklisting and Other Angst
Fighty Squirrel, PhD, Awe.Some.
Recommending fair and thoughtful reviewers and other quandaries of submitting your first independent manuscripts.
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How to Work with a Writer or Editor
Rebecca Helton, MA
You don't have to do it all yourself! Many successful researchers engage scientific/medical writers and editors for help with grants, manuscripts, press releases, and more.
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Responding to Manuscript Reviews While Avoiding Cerebral Aneurysms
James West, PhD
A request for revisions is as good as acceptance - but only if you'll put aside your burning desire to see the wretches who did not appreciate your brilliance crushed for their impertinence.
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