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There are many books on the topic of scientific and research writing, but most researchers hardly have the time to delve into such books. If only there was something…
- Ravi Murugesan
- October 17, 2013
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Errors in word usage account for a significant proportion of language problems in research papers written by non-native English speakers. This article lists some…
- Kakoli Majumder
- April 1, 2019
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This post discusses the minutiae of expressing rates (kilometres per hour, grams per litre, etc.) using negative exponents and the slash.
- Yateendra Joshi
- April 29, 2015
Although The Economist, a British weekly, is not a research journal, its writing is often praised for its clarity and precision. How does the The Economist&n
- Yateendra Joshi
- March 19, 2014
Discusses the recommendations concerning the use of capitals in eponyms
- Yateendra Joshi
- November 20, 2014
A rise in academic misconduct over the past few years have made editors and reviewers extra vigilant. However, this can sometimes backfire, as revealed in this case…
- Kakoli Majumder
- October 28, 2015
When writing a research paper for publication in a journal, following the journal’s style is very important and can be beneficial during the review process. Content will…
- Lindsey Buscher
- March 14, 2014
Discusses the three non-SI units mentioned in the title (psi, mesh number, and quintals) and supplies appropriate conversion factors.
- Yateendra Joshi
- August 28, 2015
Scientific writing requires the use of many symbols. It is important to understand the standard style conventions associated with using symbols to avoid…
- Kakoli Majumder
- February 24, 2020
You’ve poured blood, sweat, and tears, along with countless hours into your dissertation and it’s nearly ready for its final hand-in. However, you want your dissertation…
- Mary Walton
- July 6, 2018