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The 'Jigsaw' Method for Scientific Writing
In academic writing, the jigsaw method allows you to draft the components to your article in any order.
Ada K. Hagan, Ph.D.
Aug 28, 2024 3 min read Blog, Writing Tips
The 'Jigsaw' Method for Scientific Writing
The 'Incubation' Method for Scientific Writing
The incubation method blocks out time between research and writing for your brain to process and begin drafting mentally before you begin physically.
Ada K. Hagan, Ph.D.
Aug 28, 2024 3 min read Blog, Writing Tips
The 'Incubation' Method for Scientific Writing
The ‘Set Up’ Method for Scientific Writing
A favorite of Ernest Hemingway, this method of writing involves stopping before you’re done.
Ada K. Hagan, Ph.D.
Aug 28, 2024 3 min read Blog, Writing Tips
The ‘Set Up’ Method for Scientific Writing
Three Tips to Organize Thesis and Article Sources
A literature review for your dissertation or thesis might end with hundreds of research papers and just as many notes. Here are three ways to help you keep track of your references.
Ada K. Hagan, Ph.D.
Aug 26, 2024 5 min read Blog, Writing Tips
Three Tips to Organize Thesis and Article Sources
Scientific Writing is Messy. That’s Perfect.
The scientific writing process can be summarized in five steps: prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and finally… publication. It seems straightforward, but also… overwhelming.
Ada K. Hagan, Ph.D.
Aug 13, 2024 5 min read Blog, Writing Tips
Scientific Writing is Messy. That’s Perfect.
16 Writing Tips for ADHD Brains
This post contains 16 writing suggestions for ADHD brains: 9 ideas are for emergencies (when you need help now!) and 7 ideas are for planning ahead so you can make consistent progress on large projects.
Ada K. Hagan, Ph.D.
Oct 13, 2023 6 min read Blog, Writing Tips
16 Writing Tips for ADHD Brains
Writing with ADHD (Or, Fishing Barehanded)
Reflections on how my ADHD diagnosis affects my career in science writing.
Ada K. Hagan, Ph.D.
Oct 13, 2023 4 min read Blog, Writing Tips
Writing with ADHD (Or, Fishing Barehanded)
How to Get Scientific Writing Editing & Consulting Paid For
Many institutions and funding agencies have ways for scientists to pay for writing and editing help WITHOUT reaching into your own pocket. Here are ways to access that funding.
Ada K. Hagan, Ph.D.
Dec 12, 2021 5 min read Blog, Writing Tips
The 'Outline' Method for Scientific Writing
The outline method is helpful for those who can only work for short bursts and/or have severe writer’s block.
Ada K. Hagan, Ph.D.
Dec 12, 2021 3 min read Blog, Writing Tips
The 'Outline' Method for Scientific Writing
The 'Refinery' Method for Scientific Writing
The refinery method is a good strategy when the overall structure or narrative of science writing doesn’t seem readily apparent.
Ada K. Hagan, Ph.D.
Dec 12, 2021 2 min read Blog, Writing Tips
The 'Refinery' Method for Scientific Writing