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Scientific Writing Courses

Scientific writing courses can help you learn how to structure research papers, craft compelling abstracts, and present data effectively. You can build skills in critical analysis, precise language use, and adherence to ethical guidelines in research. Many courses introduce tools like reference management software and data visualization platforms, that support organizing citations and enhancing the clarity of your findings.


Popular Scientific Writing Courses and Certifications


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    University of Cape Town

    Julia Scientific Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Scientific Visualization, Statistical Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Other Programming Languages, Computer Programming, Mathematical Modeling, Package and Software Management

    4.4
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Presentations, Peer Review, Infographics, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Business Correspondence, Public Speaking, Business Communication, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Verbal Communication Skills, Design, Visual Design, Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Project Design, Concision, Writing and Editing, Proofreading

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Product Testing, Hazard Analysis, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Regulations, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Cell Cultures, Environmental Science, Biochemical Assays, Laboratory Research, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Data Mining

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Data-Oriented C++ in Scientific Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Data-oriented programming, Computational Thinking, Operating Systems

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Journals, Writing, Organizational Skills, Editing, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Creativity, English Language, Detail Oriented

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    432 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Smarter Scientific Software Development with GitHub Actions

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment, CI/CD, GitHub, Docker (Software), Software Development, Test Automation, Containerization, Automation, Debugging, YAML, Scripting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Revising

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Writing, Proofreading, Literacy, Critical Thinking, Detail Oriented, Collaboration, Time Management, Creativity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Writing with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Writing, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technical Writing, Machine Learning, Information Privacy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Write Effective Openings and Closings to Emails

    Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, English Language, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Communication, Professional Networking, Writing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    517 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

    Songwriting: Writing the Music

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Storytelling

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Writing Stories About Ourselves

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Content Creation, Editing

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    100 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Writing Java Application Code

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Application Servers, Web Applications, Development Environment, Java Programming, Application Development, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Mobile Development, Computer Programming, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Command-Line Interface, Debugging

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular scientific writing courses

  • Julia Scientific Programming: University of Cape Town
  • Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications: Johns Hopkins University
  • Data-Oriented C++ in Scientific Programming: University of Geneva
  • Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself: Wesleyan University
  • Smarter Scientific Software Development with GitHub Actions: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Writing and Editing: Revising: University of Michigan
  • Writing with Generative AI: University of California, Davis
  • Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Write Effective Openings and Closings to Emails: University of Washington
  • Songwriting: Writing the Music: Berklee

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