New researchers seem to face this frightening task alone. In
some cases they may have worked as understudies , or co-researchers, with other
principle investigators and have learned the hard way. Other times they may be
part of a university that conducts research but have not satisfied their full
training needs. In either case, having a book that can not only refresh your
memory but also gives you the specifics you will need to know to accomplish
your writing goal.
The beautiful thing about this book is that it is not filled
with technical language and is easy to comprehend. A relatively short read that
focuses on the essentials to getting your papers completed. It will discuss the
nature of scientific papers, reviewing literature, developing outlines, writing
each of the sections, submitting papers and responding to requests for
revision.
Submitting papers to scientific journals is a difficult and
a frustrating process. Authors can sometimes wait months before receiving a
rejection letter or a revision letter. The book not only improves upon your
chances of getting accepted through the first submission but also helps you
avoid major pitfalls that may doom even the best studies to the ash pile of
history.
Whether you’re a seasoned researcher that needs a refresher
course or you are a novice that wants to understand how to conduct research the
book will help you. In my line of work as a research fellow I am going to
suggest that new researchers review this book, or similar type of book, to help
them formalize a better understanding on how to write a scientific paper.
Practical benefits for Ph.D. candidates that are working on their dissertations
may also be beneficial.
