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General tips for writing scientific texts

Thursday, 8/13/2020
Thursday, 8/13/2020
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Things to do:
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Make a scheme of the points to cover. The more time you spend on a detailed scheme, the less time you will need to detail those points. If there are missing points, writing will be futile and time-consuming.
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Read the instructions and follow them ALWAYS.
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Fit yourself to the text limits.
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Cite references appropriately and include a list at the end (or links when citing if allowed).
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Try to fill all the fields.
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For introduction: go from general to particular concepts. Focus on the details that the reader needs to understand the rest of the text.
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For methods: avoid common format mistakes in sub/superindexes, decimal separator, units, etc.
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Try to smooth the reading and remember that we follow the scientific method. Each point should take you to the next one (or at least be related).
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If allowed, it is highly recommended to add (colored) figures or schemes. Take your time on them and make them attractive and useful.
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Make all decisions about the format ASAP. A well-formatted draft is much easier to read and edit.
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Review your text carefully. Correct mistypes and make sure every sentence is correct and clear, as well as necessary. If possible, in a different format (tablet, hard copy).
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Ask someone else than your direct supervisor to read your proposal, report, thesis, paper. Feedback is always useful.
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Start soon, so we have with plenty of time for several revisions. We cannot revise a manuscript the day before.
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Things to avoid:
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Don't use only schematic writing or introductory sentences. Explain it with enough details to be understandable or do not mention it.
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Write everything as your best option. Doesn't matter if we will modify or remove the text you must do the effort in writing and making decisions about what to say and how.
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Don't leave incomplete parts waiting for your supervisor to write it. You have to make the effort in finishing the doc, even at a draft level.
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