In order for science to progress, education, public funding and public support are required. Excellent oral and written communication skills are imperative to achieve these goals, as is the publication of a concise, clearly written, authentic, peer-reviewed scientific research report. A scientific research report follows a specific format that ensures that the scientific community can readily access and examine its contents, including related data, and to repeat methodologies, if required, to evidence claims made or conclusions drawn.
All articles, papers or scientific reports must include a title, abstract, introduction, methodology, an analysis of uncertainties, results, discussion and a conclusion with a relevant bibliography and referencing.
This module assists students in making final additions to the related Scientific Research Portfolio and to complete the related Scientific Research Report.
Inquiry question: How are the inferences, generalisations and conclusions derived from valid and reliable data reported?
Students:
– the scientific peer-review process
– publishing in online and print journals
– presenting at conferences
– presentations in popular media