Guidance for early career scientists
5 tips for giving a scientific presentation [Update 2024]
We provide tips for giving an oral scientific presentation. You’ll learn how to deliver your talk with confidence and keep the audience engaged.
How to make a scientific presentation [4 steps - 2024]
This guide provides a 4-step process for making a good scientific presentation: outlining the scientific narrative, preparing slide outlines, constructing slides, and practicing the talk. We give advice on how to make effective slides, including tips for text, graphics, and equations, and how to use rehearsals of your talk to refine your presentation.
How to read a scientific paper [3 steps - 2024]
In this guide, we’ll show you how to read a scientific paper in 3 steps. You will learn all about the scientific paper format, how to skim a paper to understand its main message, and how to achieve a deep understanding of a paper.
How to write a grant proposal [5 steps - 2024]
In this guide, we’ll show you how to write a grant proposal in 5 steps. You will learn how to develop an actionable plan for your research project, how to prepare a first draft of your grant proposal, and the benefits of writing grant proposals for your research.
The 6 key parts of a scientific poster
This guide covers the goal of a scientific poster presentation, how to make a scientific poster, and what to do on the day of the poster session. We also provide tips for seeking feedback on your poster and presenting it, as well as the 6 key technical elements of a scientific poster.