Writing Tips & More

As scientists we strive to choose our words carefully and say information correctly. We make sure we have all of our facts correct and we have cited all of the appropriate references. This is very important, especially when you write for a wide range of...

As writers, we need to have the flexibility to write in different formats for a variety of readers. This is sometimes difficult because, as a scientist, I learned to write in a logical order. I first write the background information, then I provide supporting details...

I hope you are having a good year and are looking forward to the Spring. As many of you know, I write for a wide range of people—clinicians, scientists, healthcare professionals as well as middle and high school students and the general public. As I write, I tailor my...

As the end of the year approaches, I am finishing some projects including my book. Each time I read my book, I make changes and edit it. I am asking myself, "what criteria shall I use to say my book is done and ready for publication?" The answer seems simple-it is a...

As the weather begins to cool and the leaves start to turn color, I am preparing my tips book, “Tips for Writing a First Draft,” for publication. This book includes helpful information and tips on writing journal articles to increase your chance of acceptance in your...

As the yearly meeting of 6 scientific societies, Experimental Biology is unique because it brings together a wide variety of scientists: anatomists, physiologists, molecular biologists, biochemists, cell biologists, pathologists, nutritionists and pharmacologists.  As...