Writer's Guide
Collection of resources to support writing in the health sciences.
Scientific Writing
How-to Resources
- Duke Graduate School Scientific Writing ResourceOnline course material that teaches how to write effectively, with focus on effectively communicating research to the reader.
- How to write a good scientific paper (Ebook)Mack, Chris A. Teaches the style and conventions of writing for a peer-reviewed scientific journal, from structure to style, titles to tables, abstracts to author lists.
- How to write a great research paper using reporting guidelines (Webpage)Toolkit by the Enhancing the QUAlity and Transparency Of health Research (EQUATOR) Network.
- Shitty First Drafts (PDF Book Excerpt)Lamott, Anne.
- Writing Science: How to Write Papers that Get Cited and Proposals that Get Funded (Ebook)Schimel, Joshua. The book takes an integrated approach, using the principles of story structure to discuss every aspect of successful science writing, from the overall structure of a paper or proposal to individual sections, paragraphs, sentences, and words.
- Writing Scientific Research Articles: Strategy and Steps (Ebook)Cargill, Margaret. Guides authors in how to write, as well as what to write, to improve their chances of having their articles accepted for publication in international, peer reviewed journals.
Peer Review Resources
- Peer Reviewing ResearchToolkit by the EQUATOR Network. Use this to understand what your peers may consider when reviewing your research.
- Responsibilities in the Submission and Peer-Review ProcessRecommendations from the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE).
- The importance of a good review(er) for educational technology researchAugust 2, 2023, article in the Australasian Journal of Education Technology by Linda Corrin, Jason M. Lodge, and Kate Thompson.
Seattle Campus Writing Resources
- On-campus Writing & Research HelpWhere you can go for more help.
- Upcoming Events at the Research CommonsUW Libraries Research Commons (RC) holds writing events and workshops every term.
- Odegaard Writing & Research Center (OWRC)OWRC offers both in-person and virtual writing support. Check out their calendar and make an appointment (use the above link).
- CLUE Evening Drop-in Writing CenterNightly advising for undergraduates.