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Scientific Style and Format : The CSE Manual for Authors, Editors, and Publishers, Eighth Edition by Council of Science Editors (2014, Hardcover)
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Developed by the Council of Science Editors (CSE), the leading professional association in science publishing, this indispensable guide encompasses all areas of the sciences.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherUniversity of Chicago Press
ISBN-100226116492
ISBN-139780226116495
eBay Product ID (ePID)172323146
Product Key Features
Number of Pages840 Pages
Publication NameScientific Style and Format : the Cse Manual for Authors, Editors, and Publishers, Eighth Edition
LanguageEnglish
SubjectStyle Manuals, Référence, Research, Technical Writing
Publication Year2014
TypeNot Available
Subject AreaRéférence, Technology & Engineering, Language Arts & Disciplines, Science
AuthorCouncil of Science Editors
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.9 in
Item Weight61.5 Oz
Item Length10.1 in
Item Width7.4 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number8
LCCN2013-033867
Dewey Edition23
ReviewsThe format of the SSF8 provides readers with a comprehensive and authoritative guide to formatting any scientific work or publication. The Council of Science Editors really thought of just about everything a researcher may need when formatting and publishing their work., "The format of the SSF8 provides readers with a comprehensive and authoritative guide to formatting any scientific work or publication. The Council of Science Editors really thought of just about everything a researcher may need when formatting and publishing their work." , Scientific Style and Format remains the best resource for issues related to scientific editing, and the move online makes it even more valuable. Buy it if you don't have it, and consider an upgrade if you have an earlier edition., Whether you choose the electronic or print version, Scientific Style and Format is an essential reference work for all scientific copy editors., There is no other book like this for the scientific and technological community. It should be the major desk reference for anyone writing a scientific article or book., Sure to be useful table-side tool for authors wanting to write concise scientific articles, and for editors and publishers wishing to publish scientific journals of the highest quality. Importantly, as of the 8th edition, Scientific Style and Format is accessible to users online as well as print. Further, useful materials such as a citation quick guide, a sample correspondence to an editorial office, and one regarding editorial office practices, and an online forum are open to users at no additional cost., "There is no other book like this for the scientific and technological community. It should be the major desk reference for anyone writing a scientific article or book."- Booklist, This style manual from the Council of Science Editors does not simply tell scientists how to cite appropriately; it provides a holistic overview of preparing scientific work, from typography to specialized scientific conventions. . . . Essential.
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal808.066
Table Of ContentPreface Acknowledgments Part 1: Publishing Fundamentals Chapter 1 Elements of a Scientific Publication Chapter 2 Publication Policies and Practices Chapter 3 The Basics of Copyright Part 2: General Style Conventions Chapter 4 Alphabets, Symbols, and Signs Chapter 5 Punctuation and Related Marks Chapter 6 Spelling, Word Formation and Division, Plurals, and Possessives Chapter 7 Prose Style and Word Choice Chapter 8 Names and Personal Designations Chapter 9 Capitalization Chapter 10 Type Styles, Excerpts, Quotations, and Ellipses Chapter 11 Abbreviations Chapter 12 Numbers, Units, Mathematical Expressions, and Statistics Chapter 13 Time, Dates, and Age Measurements Chapter 14 Geographic Designations Part 3: Special Scientific Conventions Chapter 15 The Electromagnetic Spectrum Chapter 16 Subatomic Particles, Chemical Elements, and Related Notations Chapter 17 Chemical Formulas and Names Chapter 18 Chemical Kinetics and Thermodynamics Chapter 19 Analytical Chemistry Chapter 20 Drugs and Pharmacokinetics Chapter 21 Genes, Chromosomes, and Related Molecules Chapter 22 Taxonomy and Nomenclature Chapter 23 Structure and Function Chapter 24 Disease Names Chapter 25 The Earth Chapter 26 Astronomical Objects and Time Systems Part 4: Technical Elements of Publications Chapter 27 Journal Style and Format Chapter 28 Published Media Chapter 29 References Chapter 30 Accessories to Text: Tables, Figures, and Indexes Chapter 31 Typography and Manuscript Preparation Chapter 32 Proof Correction Bibliography Index
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
SynopsisFor more than fifty years, authors, editors, and publishers in the scientific community have turned to Scientific Style and Format for authoritative recommendations on all matters of writing style and citation. Developed by the Council of Science Editors (CSE), the leading professional association in science publishing, this indispensable guide encompasses all areas of the sciences. Now in its eighth edition, it has been fully revised to reflect today's best practices in scientific publishing. Scientific Style and Format citation style has been comprehensively reorganized, and its style recommendations have been updated to align with the advice of authoritative international bodies. Also new to the eighth edition are guidelines and examples for citing online images and information graphics, podcasts and webcasts, online videos, blogs, social networking sites, and e-books. Style instructions for physics, chemistry, genetics, biological sciences, and astronomy have been adjusted to reflect developments in each field. The coverage of numbers, units, mathematical expressions, and statistics has been revised and now includes more information on managing tables, figures, and indexes. Additionally, a full discussion of plagiarism and other aspects of academic integrity is incorporated, along with a complete treatment of developments in copyright law, including Creative Commons. For the first time in its history, Scientific Style and Format will be available simultaneously in print and online at www.scientificstyleandformat.org. Online subscribers will receive access to full-text searches of the new edition and other online tools, as well as the popular Chicago Manual of Style Online Forum, a community discussion board for editors and authors. Whether online or in print, the eighth edition of Scientific Style and Format remains the essential resource for those writing, editing, and publishing in the scientific community., Scientific Style and Format is the most recognized, authoritative reference source on editorial style and publishing practices for authors, editors, publishers, students, and translators in all areas of science and related fields. The eighth edition of this indispensable guide has been fully revised to reflect today's best practices in scientific publishing. The new edition offers a revised citation system, up-to-date coverage of technologies related to both scientific research methods and publishing practices, updated discussion of plagiarism and other aspects of academic integrity, full coverage of Creative Commons and other developments in copyright law, and changes in stylistic recommendations that are consistent with the recommendations of authoritative international bodies.
LC Classification NumberT11.S386 2014
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Very happy with this. Exactly what I need as a reference for copyediting medical research papers.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
