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12 hours of instruction over four weeks. Last taught Spr 2014 and Fall 2013.
12 hours of instruction over four weeks. Last taught Spr 2014 and Fall 2013.
New offering for Spr 2015!!


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Beth A. Rowan
Teaching


Max Planck Institute for Developmental Biology


Advanced Scientific Writing
Focuses on writing the essential components of research papers and theses: Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion.

Course Goals:
1. Identify the hallmarks of effective scientific writing.
2. Know how to structure your writing projects and manage your time effectively to expedite their completion.
3. Employ strategies for avoiding common writing mistakes and plagiarism.
4. Construct a narrative of your research.
5. Write clearly, logically, and concisely in order to communicate your ideas expertly.
6. Review and critique texts from other authors.
7. Make your writing fit the scientific method and highlight the broader context of your research project.
8. Solicit feedback from peers and experts on drafts.


12 hours of instruction over four weeks. Last taught Spr 2014 and Fall 2013.

New offering for Spr 2015!!



Introduction to Next-Generation Sequencing Workshop (as a TA)
Focuses on the history of Next-Generation Sequencing Technologies, laboratory methods for preparing sequencing libaries, and data analysis. Offered as a 3-day workshop. Last taught Fall 2011.

University of Washington (as a TA)


  • Advanced Cell Biology (BIOL 401)
  • Foundations of Molecular and Cellular Biology (BIOL 355)
  • Introduction to Plant and Animal Physiology (BIOL 220)