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About the Course

This course teaches scientists to become more effective writers, using practical examples and exercises. Topics include: principles of good writing, tricks for writing faster and with less anxiety, the format of a scientific manuscript, peer review, grant writing, ethical issues in scientific publication, and writing for general audiences....

Top reviews

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Jan 11, 2023

The best course I attain in Coursera. I struggled a lot to write my first manuscript and it took a lot of time. This course is beneficial for all scientific students. I highly recommended this course.

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Aug 25, 2020

A very helpful course. My writing has improved significantly in these 8 weeks. I highly recommend this course to everyone. Thank you Dr. Kristin Sainani and Coursera for bringing this course together.

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By Jimely F

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Sep 2, 2021

This course is very helpful. The professor is excellent. I recommend the course to all learners.

By Benjamin E

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Mar 25, 2021

Excellent learning tool to improve my scientific writing. Grateful to have completed this course

By Massimiliano C

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Mar 15, 2021

The course is fascinating and Dr. Kristin Sainani has a unique positive way to teach ...Thanks!!

By Deleted A

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Jul 4, 2020

Loved this course. It really helped me with my scientific writing and I definitely recommend it!

By Courtney C M

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Jun 13, 2018

This course made me a better writer and will make my academic studies easier and more effective.

By Andres G

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Jun 8, 2018

Excellent course with elaborate explanations on the different concepts involving a good writing.

By Luis B

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May 24, 2018

It's a wonderful course with great examples and very useful for practical application! Thank you

By Nimra I

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Jan 22, 2023

Have an amazing experience with this course ...learned a lot of skills at my own choice of time

By Muna

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May 13, 2021

Excellent course, well structured and delivered, the instructor is so talented and experienced.

By Atiat O

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Apr 30, 2021

It's my honor to have chance to be one of this amazing class. Thank you soooooo much. I'm lucky

By Naresh R

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Aug 15, 2020

This course was really good, and learnt a lot of useful skills I can use in my science writing.

By Cintia G

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Jun 27, 2020

This course was extremely helpful to me. I enjoyed it, Dr. Kristine Sainani is a great teacher.

By Swati

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Nov 24, 2019

This course takes you through the basics and tell you everything about writing in the sciences.

By Mirna S

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Jan 14, 2018

Very useful, thorough and practical. Excellent revision tools and learning material. Thank you.

By Cassandra Y

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Jan 22, 2024

Insightful and helpful even for beginners. The lesson was extremely easy to follow and apply.

By Ahmad r

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Nov 29, 2021

In this course, the instructor covered each and everything about the course that's impressive.

By Manuel D L F

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Aug 19, 2021

Excellent course! I truly recommend it if you want to improve your scientific writing skills.

By Aisling S

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Jul 21, 2021

Great course- very helpful as I am preparing to write a paper for my masters. Would recommend

By Ariana P

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Apr 20, 2021

Amazing course! It opened my eyes for a new world in science! Thank you very much Dr. Kristin!

By sally s

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Mar 15, 2021

this course was so fruitful for me. I have learned a lot about editing and good brief writing.

By Salina Q

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Jan 4, 2021

great introductory to writing and editing as well as great tips tobe succesful in the sciences

By Khoo K H I

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Dec 28, 2020

Lots of useful tips to get us started on good writing, I enjoyed the course very much. Thanks.

By Mary B

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Oct 5, 2020

This course was informative and geared towards the writing requirements of a doctoral student.

By Logan R

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Feb 10, 2019

I found the course very helpful in learning how to convey scientific writing more effectively.

By Maya E

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Apr 16, 2018

A fantastic course! Lots of valuable information for academic writing! I enjoyed it very much!