Description
Understanding the fundamentals of conducting good science, that will have an impact, is the goal of every aspiring scientist. Providing a wealth of tips, How to be a Better Scientist is the book to read if you want to succeed in this competitive field.
Helping readers gain an insight into what good science means and how to conduct it, this book is ideal to read cover-to-cover or dip into. It includes easily accessible guidance on topics such as:
• What characteristics should a scientist have?
• Understanding the hypothesis
• Integrity in science
• Lack of confidence and the embarrassment factor
• Time management
• Coping with rejection
• Interacting with the science community
With its broad focus, this friendly guide will enthuse, inspire and challenge, and is an essential companion for all aspiring scientists.
Table of Contents
1. What do we mean by science and 'being a better scientist'?; 2. What characteristics should I have as a scientist and am I that person?; 3. Understanding the hypothesis; 4. How do I find my way?; 5. Integrity in science; 6. Lack of confidence and the embarrassment factor; 7. The basics of doing an experiment; 8. Time management; 9. Giving a presentation or a poster; 10. Writing a (good) scientific paper; 11. Writing grant proposals; 12. How to cope with rejection; 13. Interacting with the science community through social media; 14. When things aren’t going well; 15. How to be a better supervisor; 16. Wider aspects of science management; 17. Final thoughts
