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How do I become a science journalist?
K. S. Jayaraman gives some basic tips on starting off in the world of science journalism.
Planning and writing a science story
Professional science journalism means finding an engaging story, structuring your piece and accepting editorial revisions, says Jan Lublinski
Spotting fraudulent claims in science
How do journalists know if a scientist's claim is true? Julie Clayton helps reporters check the quality of claims, and spot the fraudsters.
How do I apply for a research grant?
What will give you the best chance of getting a research grant? Thomas Egwang explains.
PRACTICAL GUIDES | 13 February 2008 | EN
Reporting on controversies in science
Scientific controversy is fascinating, but do you ensure the reportage is responsible, accurate and interesting? Tim Radford explains.
How do I submit a paper to a scientific journal?
Maxine Clarke takes us through the processes involved in submitting a paper to a scientific journal.
PRACTICAL GUIDES | 11 February 2008 | EN
How do I sub-edit a science article?
Sub-editing an article means making it readable, accurate and attractive — not putting words in the author's mouth — explains Peter Wrobel.
How do I become media savvy?
Marina Joubert explains that cooperating with the media is in scientists' interests — and isn't as scary as you might think.
PRACTICAL GUIDES | 10 February 2008 | EN
How do I write a press release?
Natasha Martineau explains the dos and don'ts of writing and sending a press release — and getting your news to make a splash.
PRACTICAL GUIDES | 9 February 2008 | EN
How do I convey science to teens and twenty-somethings?
Estrella Burgos Ruiz explains how to communicate science to young people — it's about what interests and engages them, not a special language.
Explaining controversial issues to the media and the public
Science is often controversial. Bob Ward explains how scientists can communicate results without creating undue controversy.
How do I make a science news story for radio?
Martin Redfern takes us through the unique aspects of making science news for the radio.
PRACTICAL GUIDES | 6 February 2008 | EN
'The Little Manual on Science Communication': A summary
Cássio Leite Vieira provides bite-sized tips on how to write about science — and please your editor.
PRACTICAL GUIDES | 5 February 2008 | EN
Evaluating science communication projects
The trick to evaluating a science communication project, explains Marina Joubert, is to plan carefully — and learn from your mistakes.
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