CAMB 695 - Scientific Writing

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University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

E. Golemis, M. Betts, J. Lok, J. Katz, H. Nelson, J. E. Russell. Prerequisite(s): BIOM 600, BIOM 555 and CAMB 605. Course open only to second year CAMB graduate students. If space permits, will open up to non-CAMB BGS graduate group students. This 6-week course is designed for second year graduate students preparing for qualifying examinations. This course first introduces students to basic scientific writing skills. Participants will review the general principles of clear, persuasive writing, and will apply these principles to writing for a scientific audience. Particular emphasis will be placed on the structure, style, and contents of scientific papers and grant proposals. Each week students will complete a brief written exercise; the majority of class time will be spent in discussing student writing. Evaluation: The goal of the course is to encourage active interaction among students. Ideal endpoints include improved self-editing, and development of effective strategies for offering and receiving editorial recommendations among peers. Grading will be predominantly based on class attendance and participation, not on the quality of the writing itself.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.upenn.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 898-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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