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Index
Cover
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
Dedication
Author Biographies
Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Abstract
Choosing graduate study in the sciences
Investigating possibilities for graduate study in the sciences
University organization
The players
Allegiances and obligations
Chapter 2: Attitudes, Commitments, and Creativity
Abstract
Attitudes and commitments
Creativity
Levels of creativity
Characteristics of auctors
Chapter 3: Making Choices
Abstract
Choices in types of research
Choosing an advisor and mentor
Adopting role models
Evaluating financial support options
Selecting programs of study
Considering interdisciplinary versus disciplinary research
Choosing a research problem
Selecting courses and using research aids
Recommending thesis and dissertation committee members
Chapter 4: Time Management
Abstract
Planning
Organization
Execution
Chapter 5: Principles of Scientific Research
Abstract
Observation
Using observations and experiences to identify problems for study
Hypotheses
Experimentation
Interpretation
Chapter 6: Ethics and the Scientist
Abstract
The ethos and methods of science
Scientists’ values
The dark side of science
Misconduct in research
Plagiarism and its avoidance
Other ethical matters of concern
Keeping the code
Chapter 7: Library and Literature Work
Abstract
Professional reading
Graduate level literature work
Using the library
Searching the literature
Library catalog
Library discovery services
Article databases
Discipline-based article databases
General searching tips
Boolean operators
Truncation and wildcards
Evaluating the literature
Organizing literature references
Keeping up with the literature
Chapter 8: Writing and Speaking Skills
Abstract
Writing skills
Elements of good writing
Approaches to good writing
Preparing notes and outlines
Write, rewrite, and rewrite
Writing tools
Texting, email and written notes, memos, and letters
Persuasiveness
Research notebooks
Reports
Research papers
Book or journal reviews
Chapter 9: Preparing Theses and Dissertations
Abstract
Planning and approaches
Characteristics of theses and dissertations
Dissertation blues
Relations with thesis and dissertation committee members
Approaches to writing
Deadlines, word processing, and binding
The defense and oral examination
Chapter 10: Presentation and Publication of Papers
Abstract
Presentation of papers at meetings
Submission of abstracts
Types of presentations
Publication of papers
Selecting journals and publishers
Preparation of manuscripts
Submitting manuscripts to publishers
Manuscript reviews
Handling proofs
Chapter 11: Research Involving Human Subjects and Animals and Biohazards and Laboratory Safety
Abstract
Human subjects research
Use of animals in research
Veterinary care and assistance
Biohazards and laboratory safety
Chapter 12: Getting Grant Support
Abstract
Historical background
Types of grants
Grant proposals and applying for grants
Preparing proposals
Applying for grants
Intellectual property ownership
Taking the long view
Chapter 13: The Graduate Researcher and Teaching
Abstract
Consider becoming a teaching assistant
Developing and refining teaching skills
Chapter 14: Getting a Job
Abstract
Planning
Interview seeking
Invitations to interview
Preparing for interviews
Interviewing
The offer
Chapter 15: Shaping a Career
Abstract
Individual development plans
Destinations
Moving into management and administration
The promise of a new position
The elements and uses of strategic planning
References
Subject Index
Sync with Jellybooks
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