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What is a primary aim of scientific writing?
What is a primary aim of scientific writing?
- To promote products and services
- To entertain the reader
- To document and communicate ideas and findings (correct)
- To simplify complex scientific terms
Which of the following represents a type of scientific writing?
Which of the following represents a type of scientific writing?
- Textbook of Fiction
- Thesis (correct)
- Novel
- Poem
Why is good scientific writing considered the lifeblood of science?
Why is good scientific writing considered the lifeblood of science?
- It encourages informal communication among scientists.
- It helps in providing personal opinions.
- It facilitates archiving, peer review, and dissemination. (correct)
- It focuses primarily on attracting funding.
What does scientific writing improve in the context of collaboration?
What does scientific writing improve in the context of collaboration?
What is one characteristic of scientific writing?
What is one characteristic of scientific writing?
Which of the following is NOT generally considered a form of scientific writing?
Which of the following is NOT generally considered a form of scientific writing?
Who is the primary audience for scientific writing?
Who is the primary audience for scientific writing?
What is an example of a scholarly work in scientific writing?
What is an example of a scholarly work in scientific writing?
What does it mean for scientific writing to be 'clear and effective'?
What does it mean for scientific writing to be 'clear and effective'?
Which characteristic of scientific writing emphasizes the importance of evidence and neutrality?
Which characteristic of scientific writing emphasizes the importance of evidence and neutrality?
What does 'brief and concise' mean in the context of scientific writing?
What does 'brief and concise' mean in the context of scientific writing?
What is an important aspect of hedging in scientific writing?
What is an important aspect of hedging in scientific writing?
Why is precision essential in scientific writing?
Why is precision essential in scientific writing?
What does integrity in scientific writing primarily prevent?
What does integrity in scientific writing primarily prevent?
What is a guideline for making scientific writing 'easy to read'?
What is a guideline for making scientific writing 'easy to read'?
Which of the following should be avoided to maintain precision in scientific writing?
Which of the following should be avoided to maintain precision in scientific writing?
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Scientific Writing
Scientific Writing
Technical writing by a scientist for other scientists and experts, aiming to document and communicate ideas, activities and findings.
Importance of Scientific Writing
Importance of Scientific Writing
Essential component of science for archiving, peer review, dissemination, collaboration, and efficient knowledge sharing.
Scientific Writing Types
Scientific Writing Types
Diverse formats like abstracts, posters, original articles, review articles, case reports, and book chapters used to communicate scientific information.
Audience of Scientific Writing
Audience of Scientific Writing
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Archiving
Archiving
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Peer Review
Peer Review
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Dissemination
Dissemination
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Collaboration
Collaboration
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Clear and Effective Writing
Clear and Effective Writing
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Simple & Readable Writing
Simple & Readable Writing
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Objectivity
Objectivity
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Conciseness
Conciseness
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Hedging
Hedging
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Precision
Precision
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Integrity in Research
Integrity in Research
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Brief & Concise
Brief & Concise
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Study Notes
Scientific Writing (NP 303)
- Course: Scientific Writing (NP 303)
- Level: Pharm D, Second year
- Academic Year: 2024-2025
Introduction to Scientific Writing
- Lecturer: Nehal Emam
- Institution: Sinai University
Course Details
- Course Title: Scientific writing
- Course Code: NP 303
- Lecture Hours: 1
- Practical Hours: 1
- Total Hours: 2
- Period: 15
- Practical Marks: 25
- Written Marks: 60
- Oral Marks: 10
- Total Marks: 100
- Final Exam Hours: 1
What is Scientific Writing?
- Scientific writing is more than just writing about science
- It's a technical form of writing for a peer audience (scientists & experts)
- Purpose is to document and communicate ideas, activities, and findings
- Clear and effective, avoid ambiguity.
- Simple, easy-to-read, avoiding complex jargon.
- Objective (neutral), supported by evidence, not biased.
Characteristics of Good Scientific Writing
- Clear and Effective: Avoid unnecessary details, ambiguity, and jargon unless necessary for accuracy; ensure work can be replicated.
- Simple ("Easy to Read"): Writing is not complex; avoid vague and complicated sentences.
- Objectiveness (Neutral): Evidence-based, devoid of bias.
- Brief and Concise: As short as possible, avoiding repetition and redundancy; concise does not equate to brevity; focuses on relevant information.
- Hedging: Acknowledge uncertainty in claims; use cautious language ("It could be suggested that..." instead of "This proves...").
- Precision: Effective writing relies on specific data and figures; avoid ambiguous language (e.g., "about," "approximately").
- Integrity: Results must be accurate and not fabricated; avoid research misconduct.
- Adherence (Coherence): Concepts are linked and organized; use of proper punctuation, spacing and headers; transitional words to connect ideas.
Types of Literature Sources
- Primary Literature: Original research articles, new discoveries, immediate results of research, often including data analysis from the field or laboratory.
- Secondary Literature: Summarizes and synthesizes primary literature, usually less current than primary literature. Examples include literature reviews and books.
- Tertiary Literature: Condensed versions of primary or secondary sources, good for general overview or fact-finding. Examples include textbooks, handbooks, dictionaries, and encyclopedias.
Examples of Scientific Writing Formats
- Abstract
- Poster
- Original article
- Review article
- Editorial
- Case report
- Book chapter
- Handbook
- Textbook
- Thesis (Master or PhD)
- Letter to the Editor
- Lay writing (targeted at a general non-expert audience)
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Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of scientific writing with this quiz tailored for Pharm D students in the second year. Explore the characteristics of effective writing and the principles that guide documentation and communication in scientific contexts. Prepare to demonstrate your understanding of this essential skill.
