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Essential elements for high-impact scientific writing

To write better, remember that your science is exciting, says Eric J. Buenz.
  1. Eric J. Buenz

    1. Eric Buenz is a Research Professor at the Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology, Nelson, New Zealand.

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The technicalities of good scientific writing are well established1,2 and important, but for your writing to have an impact, you need to resurrect the excitement of research — something that is often lost in day-to-day work. Successfully communicating the impact of your research is crucial for making your work more accessible, and for career progression. Here are the key elements to make your data stand out.

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doi: https://doi.org/10.1038/d41586-019-00546-7

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