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Not including commas can dramatically alter the meaning of sentences. Sometimes, using fewer commas can increase mortality rates, as evident from the two examples shared below. Catherine: “Let’s eat grandpa.” (Incorrect! Most people do…

When two or more words are used to describe the accompanying noun, the resulting compound adjective (a combination of two or more words) often gets hyphenated. In certain instances, not using a hyphen for a compound adjective can…

Some grammatical errors are quite common in academic writing. One such common error is the use of “between” and “to” in the same sentence (e.g., “between a to b”). This is a very common error that needs to be avoided when drafting…

We use articles a lot in sentences. Out of the three articles (“a,” “an,” and “the”), the most commonly (and incorrectly) used is the article “the.” This definitive article needs to be appropriately incorporated into sentences. Let us…

Postdoctoral fellowships are highly competitive. Therefore, a strong and well-organized application can help you stand out. Usually, doctoral students start working on their applications just before the deadline. Do you know what elements…

Communicating research outcomes does not end with publishing a research paper. It is important to share key findings with the scientific community and general public using various engaging platforms. Researchers can explore Twitter,…

Creating a PowerPoint presentation is as important as presenting it in front of your target audience. The slides should not only be clear and concise but also narrate a story. Effective use of colors, images, graphics, theme, animations,…

Have you ever had awkward encounters or even more awkward conversations at an event or conference? You are not alone! Researchers often face communication challenges when talking with strangers or even with their lab colleagues. Effective…

Researchers often organize workshops and conferences to network, impart training, or discuss new developments in various research fields. However, conducting a conference requires not only planning for budget, logistics, venue etc. but also…

Self-archiving, also known as green open access, can help increase the visibility and impact of research. Researchers can self-archive pre-print or accepted versions of the manuscript in different types of repositories. However, the…