This bestselling guide provides clear instructions on getting published in biomedical journals. Now in its fourth edition, How to Write a Paper has been fully revised and updated to include all aspects on writing each section of a structured paper incorporating the latest information on open access, electronic publication and submission.
Contents include:
* Structure of a scientific paper
* How to write a letter
* How to prepare an abstract for a scientific meeting
* How to write a case report
* How to write a review
* The role of the editor, manuscript assessor, publisher
* Style: what is it and does it matter
* Electronic publishing
* Open Access
Written by editors of leading medical journals as well as publishing experts, this guide is relevant and easy to use for any novice writer wanting to publish in journals.