1.

Record Nr.

UNINA9910452832203321

Autore

Davis Martha

Titolo

Scientific papers and presentations [[electronic resource] /] / Martha Davis, Kaaron J. Davis, Marion M. Dunagan

Pubbl/distr/stampa

London, : Academic Press, 2012

ISBN

1-283-71672-0

0-12-384728-1

Edizione

[3rd ed.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (361 p.)

Altri autori (Persone)

DavisKaaron J

DunaganMarion M

Disciplina

501.4

501/.4

808.0665

Soggetti

Technical writing

Communication of technical information

Electronic books.

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

"Effective scientific communication."

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

Front Cover; Scientific Papers and Presentations; Copyright Page; Contents; Preface to the First Edition; Preface to the Second Edition; Preface to the Third Edition; 1. The Semantic Environment of Science; 1.1 The Semantic Environment; 1.2 Basic Semantic Elements in Communication; References; 2. Before You Begin; 2.1 Kinds of Scientific Communication; 2.2 Sources of Help; 2.3 Of Pencils, Mice, and Cyberspace; References; 3. Organizing and Writing a Rough Draft; 3.1 Thinking and Writing; 3.2 Prewriting Exercises; 3.2.1 Think Before You Write; 3.2.2 Talk Before You Write

3.2.3 Brainstorm, Freewrite, or Make a List on Paper3.2.4 Outline; 3.2.5 Write a Rough Abstract First; 3.2.6 Start in the Middle; 3.2.7 Get Rid of Your Inhibitions; 3.3 Organization and Development; 3.4 Coordinating Organization and Development; 3.4.1 The Point of Emphasis; 3.4.2 Transitions; 3.5 Writing the Rough Draft; 3.6 Examples; References; 4. Searching and Reviewing Scientific Literature; 4.1 Planning the Literature Search; 4.1.1Visit the Library; 4.1.2Allow Time; 4.1.3Isolate Your Objectives; 4.1.4Document Carefully; 4.1.5Be Selective; 4.1.6



Verify

4.1.7Be Willing to Quit and Create Something Useful4.1.8 Verify Again and Keep Up-to-Date; 4.2 Finding the Literature; 4.3 Selecting and Evaluating the Literature; 4.3.1Sources to Use; 4.3.2Evaluating Sources; 4.3.3Using Unpublished References; 4.4 Reviews; References; 5. The Proposal; 5.1The Graduate Proposal; 5.2 The Grant Proposal; 5.2.1 Content and Form; 5.2.2 Title and Title Page; 5.2.3 Executive Summary or Abstract; 5.2.4 Introduction; 5.2.5 Justification; 5.2.6Literature Review; 5.2.7Methods; 5.2.8Conclusions; 5.2.9References; 5.2.10Budget and Time Frame; 5.2.11Biographical Information

5.3Other Considerations5.4 Progress Reports; References; 6.Graduate Theses and Dissertations; 6.1The Thesis and your Graduate Program; 6.1.1Graduate College Requirements; 6.1.2Style Sheets; 6.1.3The Library; 6.1.4Your Advisors; 6.1.5Other Professionals; 6.2Avoiding Problems; 6.2.1Get Started Early; 6.2.2Maintain Professional Relationships with Your Advisors; 6.2.3Draw Up a Carefully Planned and Well-Written Proposal; 6.2.4Maintain Accurate, Complete Data; 6.2.5Write the Thesis as Your Work Progresses; 6.2.6Be Proud of the Final Copy; 6.2.7To Publish Is to Build Your Reputation

6.2.8Last-Minute Jobs Can Delay Graduation6.2.9Finish Before You Go; 6.3Planning the Thesis; 6.4Forms for Theses; 6.4.1The Traditional Thesis or Dissertation; 6.4.2Theses or Dissertations Containing Journal Manuscripts; 6.4.2.1The Master's Thesis Including a Journal Article; 6.4.2.2Doctoral Dissertation Incorporating Journal Manuscripts; 6.4.3Other Formats; 6.5The Thesis Defense; References; 7.Publishing in Scientific Journals; 7.1Planning and Writing the Paper; 7.2Journal Manuscript Contents; 7.3After the Paper is Written; 7.4The Editing and Reviewing Process; References

8.Style and Accuracy in the Final Draft

Sommario/riassunto

Electronic publishing and electronic means of text and data presentation have changed enormously since the first edition of this book was published in 1997. The third edition of Scientific Papers and Presentations applies traditional principles to today's modern techniques and the changing needs of up-and-coming academia. Topics include designing visual aids, writing first drafts, reviewing and revising, communicating clearly and concisely, adhering to stylistic principles, presenting data in tables and figures, dealing with ethical and legal issues, and relating science to the lay a



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Record Nr.

UNINA9910458023103321

Titolo

Vascular medicine : therapy and practice / / Thomas Zeller [and three others] ; assistant editor Jerzy Wojciuk

Pubbl/distr/stampa

New York, New York : , : Thieme Publishers, , 2014

©2014

ISBN

3-13-176851-7

Edizione

[Second edition.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (538 p.)

Disciplina

616.13

Soggetti

Blood-vessels - Diseases

Blood-vessels - Diagnosis

Electronic books.

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

"948 illustrations"--Cover.

Includes index.

Nota di contenuto

""Vascular Medicine: Therapy and Practice""; ""Title Page""; ""Copyright""; ""Preface""; ""List of Contributors""; ""Table of Contents""; ""A Diseases of the arteries""; ""1 Supra-aortic vessels""; ""1.1 Extracranial stenoses and occlusive processes""; ""1.1.1 Anatomy of the extracranial arteries""; ""1.1.2 Clinical picture (carotid artery, vertebral artery)""; ""1.1.3 Clinical Findings""; ""1.1.4 Differential diagnosis""; ""1.1.5 Diagnosis""; ""1.1.6 Treatment""; ""1.2 Intracranial stenoses and occlusive processes""; ""1.2.1 Basic anatomy of the intracranial arterial system""

""1.2.2 Clinical picture""""1.2.3 Differential diagnosis""; ""1.2.4 Imaging diagnosis.""; ""1.2.5 Treatment""; ""1.3 Intracranial aneurysms, AV malformations, and other vascular malformations""; ""1.3.1 Aneurysms""; ""1.3.2 Arteriovenous malformations and dural fistulas""; ""1.3.3 Occult (""low-flow“) cerebral vascular malformations""; ""1.4 Treatment for acute stroke""; ""1.4.1 Clinical picture""; ""1.4.2 Clinical findings""; ""1.4.3 Differential diagnosis""; ""1.4.4 Diagnosis""; ""1.4.5 Treatment""; ""2 Thoracic arteries""

""2.1 Arteriosclerotic and acquired inflammatory and congenital diseases of the thoracic aorta""""2.1.1 Anatomy of the whole aorta"";



""2.1.2 Clinical pictures and epidemiology of arteriosclerotic and acquired diseases of the thoracic aorta""; ""2.1.3 Clinical findings""; ""2.1.4 Differential diagnoses""; ""2.1.5 Diagnosis""; ""2.1.6 Treatment""; ""2.1.7 Clinical results""; ""2.1.8 Prospects""; ""2.1.9 Marfan syndrome and aortic diseases determined genetically""; ""2.1.10 Adults with congenital aortic isthmus stenosis""; ""2.2 Diseases of the pulmonary arteries""

""2.2.1 Pulmonary artery embolism""""2.2.2 Pulmonary artery hypertension (PAH)""; ""2.2.3 Pulmonary arteriovenous malformations (PAVMs)""; ""3 Abdominal vessels""; ""3.1 Diseases of the abdominal aorta""; ""3.1.1 Abdominal aortic aneurysm""; ""3.1.2 Aortic stenosis""; ""3.2 Diseases of the branches of the abdominal aorta""; ""3.2.1 Anatomy of the mesenteric and renal arteries""; ""3.2.2 Acute and chronic mesenteric occlusive disease""; ""3.2.3 Renal artery stenosis""; ""3.2.4 Renal sympathetic denervation""; ""3.2.5 Aneurysms of the branches of the abdominal aorta""

""3.2.6 Arteriovenous malformations and other vascular malformations""""4 Diseases of the arteries of the extremities""; ""4.1 Stenotic diseases of the proximal arteries of the upper extremity""; ""4.1.1 Anatomy of the proximal arteries in the upper extremities""; ""4.1.2 Clinical picture""; ""4.1.3 Clinical Undings""; ""4.1.4 Diagnosis""; ""4.1.5 Differential Diagnosis""; ""4.1.6 Treatment""; ""4.2 Creation of dialysis fistulas and treatment of dialysis shunt insufficiency""; ""4.2.1 Introduction""; ""4.2.2 Shunt creation""; ""4.2.3 Alternative dialysis procedures""

""4.2.4 Dialysis shunt insufficiency""

Sommario/riassunto

Vascular Medicine, Second Edition presents the current methods of diagnosis and treatment across the entire specialty of angiology, providing clear guidance on vascular medicine from well-known specialists. Updates include coverage of recent advances in endovascular therapy, an introductory anatomy section in each chapter, and a detailed duplex ultrasonography section for every vascular region. This new edition also contains chapters on the increasingly important areas of acute stroke treatment and renal sympathectomy, each written by leading experts in those treatment methods.  All medical sp