Manuscript Writing and More: A Reviewer’s Perspective

Manuscript writing is a key factor in your academic success. A well-recognized intellectual and scientific niche, which is determined by the quality of your research, is the first step towards Academic Success. It is primarily determined by the successful presentation of your findings to the scientific community. Clear writing is one essential reason that papers are accepted for publication and grants are funded. In this context, communication, defined by the reader’s comprehension of your written message becomes the key to your success. Dr. Laure Aurelian, who also leads OFDD’s quarterly K-Award workshop, will discuss different strategies to help you develop your own clear way of data presentation. She will explain reviewers and readers’ expectations and the most common misconceptions, provide an overview of the strategies to be used in order to write the best manuscript and discuss a pilot program for one-on-one consultation to provide specific help, as needed.

Key messages:

• Understand the power of data presentation and how it is appropriate for you
• What makes a poor writer? Why you might be your own worst enemy
• How to say more with less: The power of conciseness
• How to impress your readers with simple, less pompous writing
• Clear Writing = Clear Thinking = Clear Writing
• How Significance, Impact, Innovation are vital concepts in manuscript writing
• Writing your manuscript; required components
• Detailed examples will show which revisions you should consider
 

Who Should Attend:
Assistant Professors, Clinical Assistant Professors, Instructors and Clinical Instructors interested in a career in academic medicine are eligible to apply. Class will be from 8:30-11am. Registration is required as space is limited to 20-30 people.