Evolution of Tertiary Mammals of North America: Volume 2, Small Mammals, Xenarthrans, and Marine Mammals (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780521781176)

This is a hands-on guide for graduate students and young researchers wishing to perfect the practical skills needed for a successful research career. By teaching junior scientists to develop effective research habits, the book helps to make the experience of graduate study a more efficient and rewarding one. The authors have taught a graduate course on the topics covered for many years, and provide a sample curriculum for instructors in graduate schools wanting to teach a similar course. Topics covered include: choosing a research topic, department, and advisor; making workplans; the ethics of research; using scientific literature; perfecting oral and written communication; publishing papers; writing proposals; managing time effectively; and planning a scientific career and applying for jobs in research and industry. The wealth of advice is invaluable to students, junior researchers and mentors in all fields of science, engineering, and the humanities.

Author: Christine M. Janis
ISBN-10: 0521781175
ISBN-13: 9780521781176
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 07/07/2008
Pages: 802
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 6.70lbs
Size: 10.90h x 8.80w x 1.70d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 02/01/2009