★Jan. 25 18:00-19:00 How to improve clarity of a manuscript
| Online Seminar How to improve clarity of a manuscript |
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| This webinar will teach you the way to improve clarity of manuscript in academic writing. Anybody who aims to write academic papers, especially for publication in international journals. You will understand why ESL authors fail to write clearly and coherently in English. The contents of the webinar are tailored to the Japanese audience, explaining key differences between Japanese and English and common misconceptions in technical writing that lead to poor readability and clarity when authors write scientific manuscripts. We will explain through examples how you can increase clarity at various levels of the text. *This seminar will be recorded, and the video will be available until 1 year later. |
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| Date and Time | January 25, 2024, 18:00-19:00 |
| How to participate | Please access the URL sent to you after applying. |
| Connection environment | PC with Internet and sound. * We use Zoom. |
| Lecturer | Dr. Monika Sobocan（Cactus Communications） Dr. Monika Sobocan is a medical doctor with over 5 years of experience in conducting quantitative and qualitative research. She has communicated the findings of her research in high impact-factor journals. She is highly involved in providing and evaluating medical education and serves on committees for technology enhanced learning in Europe. Her scientific interests are research in preventative and predictive medicine within the disciplines of oncology and female health. She has been recognized for her scientific work by a prestigious national fellowship for women in science. |
| Language | English |
| Content | - Improve clarity in academic writing for publication in international journals. - Understand common reasons why ESL authors struggle with clear English writing. - Addressing misconceptions in technical writing to enhance readability and clarity in scientific manuscripts. - Learn practical techniques to enhance clarity at different levels of the text through examples. |
| Video・Document | Please access WebClass. WebClass: Click here. How to access:Click here. |
| Sponsor | Young Investigator Support Center : YISC Library |
| Contact Information | Library clerk E-mail:  Phone:03-5803-5598 |
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Nov. 21 Mastering Successful Publication Strategies for International Journals
Dec. 22 Tools & technology for researchers
Jan. 25 How to improve clarity of a manuscript
Feb. 22 How to submit to open access journals and avoiding predatory journals