Duke Medical Center Library & Archives
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Learn how to set up a new library, import citations from MEDLINE, work with the citation style manager, and more.  Mon. Oct. 15; 12-1p and Thu. Oct. 18; 5:30-6:30p; Rm 104 Level 1. These classes are FREE but ...

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Tags: endnote, citation management

The Duke Office of Clinical Research (DOCR) and the Medical Center Library & Archives have partnered to bring this lunch series program to the Duke Research Community. "Research Wednesdays" feature topics that impact the research community presented by subject matter experts in each field. They are held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month from 1:10–2:00 pm. No registrations is required. Just bring your Duke ID badge and sign in at the door. Unless otherwise posted, all presentations will take place in Duke...

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Tags: for researchers, research

Enrollment opens today for Dr. Kristin Sainani's Coursera Course "Writing in the Sciences." 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. This course is for undergraduate and graduate students; medical students; scientists; medical professionals; and science writers.

Dr. Kristin Sainani is an epidemiologist based at Stanford University. You can learn more about Dr. Sainani's work...

Categories: Classes

Tags: writing support, writing, scientific writing, Coursera, workshop, for researchers