Writing is a craft that every scientist must learn. And what better way to learn a skill than from a good book? In this post, I list five reference books on writing, my favorite books...
Review papers and impostor syndrome: A conversation with Alankrita Rani
This week, let me introduce you to Alankrita Rani, an inspiring mind and PhD student in pharmacology at the University of Medicine of Graz, Austria. When I first met Alankrita a year ago, she was...
How to structure the discussion of your scientific paper
The discussion of a scientific paper is the resolution of its story: Everything comes together to shed light on the question that motivated the research. A well-written discussion leaves the reader inspired and satisfied—a noble...
Daily rituals of scientists: The meticulous routine of B.F. Skinner
Welcome to another episode of our series, "Daily Rituals of Scientists." In this series, we uncover what shaped the daily lives of famous scientists. Did their daily rituals contribute to their genius, or were they...
Using ‘s, Of, and Zero Possessive: A guide for scientific writers
I have an embarassing confession to make: After decades of writing in English (and years of teaching scientific writing), I still struggle with possessives. A possessive is the 's or the of that you put...
A Cozy Christmas Playlist and Reflections on 2024
Dear beloved reader, As Christmas approaches, I wanted to send a festive cheer your way. The tree is up, the jazz is playing, and my coffee cup is warm. It's the perfect mood for sharing...