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A Practical Guide to Phylogenetics for Nonexperts
Published on: February 5, 2014
Publishing a master's thesis: a guide for novice authors.
Robert G Resta1, Patricia McCarthy Veach, Sarah Charles
1Swedish Cancer Institute, Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, WA, USA.
Journal of Genetic Counseling
|January 16, 2010
Summary
This guide demystifies academic publishing for genetic counselors, encouraging them to transform master's theses into publications. It addresses common barriers and ethical considerations to promote research dissemination in genetic counseling.
Area of Science:
- Genetic Counseling
- Scientific Publishing
- Academic Writing
Background:
- Publication of research is crucial for advancing genetic counseling practice and professional development.
- New genetic counselors face challenges like time constraints and research skill gaps in publishing their thesis work.
Purpose of the Study:
- To de-mystify the academic publishing process for genetic counselors, especially students.
- To encourage the publication of master's theses to enhance research dissemination.
- To provide guidance on ethical considerations in scientific publishing.
Main Methods:
- Summarizes and elaborates on a presentation about the publication process.
- Includes insights from former students who published their theses.
- Focuses on practical steps and ethical aspects of manuscript preparation.
Main Results:
- Identifies common barriers hindering publication among genetic counselors.
- Highlights the value of publishing thesis projects for career development.
- Offers encouragement and practical advice for aspiring authors.
Conclusions:
- Overcoming barriers to publication is essential for the growth of genetic counseling.
- Disseminating research through publications benefits both the individual counselor and the field.
- Guidance on the publishing process can empower genetic counselors to share their work effectively.
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