How to write a PhD in biological sciences : a guide for the uninitiated /: a guide for the uninitiated. (2021)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: John Measey.
• Authors: Measey, G. J (G. John)
• Contents: Prologue. Acknowledgements. How to use this book. Part 1: Before you start: What is a PhD? Is a PhD more than a thesis? Criteria used to judge PhD studies. Who are the examiners? What makes a good project? A healthy body to go with your PhD mind. Part 2: How to get started with writing: How to write a hypothesis. What happens if you don’t have a hypothesis? What’s the big idea? Writing a paragraph. Construct a logical argument in your writing. Storytelling in science? Why do you need to cite? Literature databases. What software should I use to write my PhD? Scientific names and taxonomic authorities. Writing style. When is it possible to retain your own voice when writing? Writing concisely. Writing a PhD if English is not your first language. Making sure that you don’t plagiarise. Academic phrasebank. Why critical reading is crucial for improving your writing. What is needed for your research proposal? Starting out transparent. Fear of submitting written work. Why use a formula to structure each chapter or paper? Data Management. Part 3: Writing the sections that make up your chapter: Title page. The Abstract. The introduction. The Materials & Methods. The Results. The Discussion. The Acknowledgements. The References. Tables. Figures. Who did what? Supplementary Material.
• Edition: 1st
• Publisher Details: Boca Raton : CRC Press
• Publication Date: 2021
• Extent: 1 online resource, illustrations (black and white)
• Subjects: 808.06657; Dissertations, Academic; Biology -- Authorship
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9781000468472; 9781000468465; 9781003212560
• Related ISBNs: 9781032080215; 9781032080208
• Notes: Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.; Note: Description based on CIP data; resource not viewed.
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