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Planning and designing figures—organizing, arranging, and visualizing data—is an important skill for scientists.

A scientist’s day-to-day routine in the laboratory provides many opportunities for developing their scientific communication skills.

Writing for a non-scientific audience uses many of the same skills as writing for other scientists, but uses a bit more of an author’s personal flair.

All studies have imperfections, but how to present them without diminishing the value of the work can be tricky.

Effective results sections need to be much more than a list of data points given without context. 

A key protein that detects changes in plasma membrane curvature guides immune-like cells through environmental obstacles.

Neuroscientists studying prairie voles discovered that dopamine in the brain gushes when the animals are with their life partners and that loss of a partner erased this neurochemical signature.

The marmot social microbiome is unlike that of other mammals, adding a new perspective to wildlife conservation efforts.

The innate genetic program that controls migratory behavior in birds is shrouded in mystery, but scientists are closer to understanding how genetic variation influences their routes between Europe and Africa.

With its complete genome sequenced, one of the world’s largest microbes harbors unique energy processes that highlight its relation to its symbiotic host, the surgeonfish.

Scientists used a commercial year-long cheddar making process to show how various bacterial communities interact and contribute to the distinct flavor of cheddar.

A strong narrative is as integral a part of science writing as it is for any other form of communication.

A strong narrative is as integral a part of science writing as it is for any other form of communication.

Writing is an essential skill for scientists, and learning how to write effectively starts with good fundamentals and lots of practice.

Scientists elevate other scientists, and we want to help! Recommend a researcher whose achievements inspire you. We’ll share the story.

Scientists are beginning to recognize the importance of being able to effectively communicate their findings.

A new writing contest provides life scientists with a platform to try their hands at science journalism, tell their science stories, develop their communication skills, and publish their work.

Enter for a chance to have your story published on The Scientist’s website!