RIck LeCouteur
Scientific Writing (11 of 11): The Abstract
Think of your abstract as the elevator pitch for your research: you have only a few sentences to capture interest, convey the essence of...
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RIck LeCouteur
5 hours ago3 min read
Scientific Writing (10 of 11): Figures and Captions
A picture is worth a thousand words - but only if it's telling the right story. Crafting a compelling veterinary scientific...
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5 hours ago4 min read
Scientific Writing (9 of 11): Writing a Compelling Discussion
Ever wonder what separates a good scientific manuscript from a truly impactful one? It’s often the Discussion section - the part where...
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12 hours ago3 min read
Scientific Writing (8 of 11): Crafting Results
Your data tells the story, but the Results section is where it truly comes to life. The Results section is the backbone of your...
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13 hours ago2 min read
Scientific Writing (7 of 11): Mastering Methods
The Methods section is your chance to ensure your hard work doesn’t end at publication - it becomes a cornerstone for future discoveries....
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15 hours ago3 min read
Scientific Writing (6 of 11): Perfecting the Introduction
The introduction of a scientific paper is the first step in persuading readers to invest their time and intellectual energy in your work....
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1 day ago3 min read
Daedalus and Icarus: A mythical lesson in finding balance
The story of Daedalus and Icarus, an ancient Greek myth, is as timeless as it is profound. It offers a vivid exploration of human...
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1 day ago3 min read
Sir William Osler (2 of 4): Aequanimitas
In 1996, while seeking inspiration for a Commencement Address to the graduating class of the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, I...
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4 days ago3 min read
Scientific Writing (5 of 11): Effective Titles
In the world of scientific writing, a compelling title is more than a summary; it’s your first - and often only - chance to grab...
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4 days ago3 min read
Scientific Writing (4 of 11): Why writing well matters
In veterinary medicine, the power of your work lies not only in the discoveries you make but in how effectively you communicate them. A...
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4 days ago3 min read
Scientific Writing (3 of 11): Crafting effective Paragraphs
In veterinary science, your words can be as critical as your scalpel – precise, purposeful, and impactful. Whether you're detailing a...
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4 days ago3 min read
Scientific Writing (2 of 11): Science of Sentences
The science of crafting sentences that elevate your veterinary writing. In veterinary science, the difference between a good study and...
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5 days ago3 min read
Scientific Writing (1 of 11): Making words work
In veterinary medicine, the power of words can mean the difference between understanding a groundbreaking discovery and setting it aside...
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RIck LeCouteur
5 days ago3 min read
A Tale of Two Legends: The elusive Sasquatch and the enigmatic Bunyip
While Sasquatch and the Bunyip both captivate imaginations as mysterious creatures of folklore, their origins, appearances, and...
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5 days ago2 min read
In the Footsteps of Sasquatch: Myth, legend, or reality?
In the world of mysteries, few creatures captivate the imagination as Sasquatch does. Also known as Bigfoot , this elusive,...
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5 days ago3 min read
When Lightning Strikes Twice: The truth about simultaneous scientific breakthroughs
What if the next groundbreaking scientific discovery is being made right now – by two different teams, thousands of miles apart, without...
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RIck LeCouteur
5 days ago4 min read
The Science of Sleep: How the secret of narcolepsy was uncovered
This is the untold story of how curiosity, coincidence, and persistence cracked the code of narcolepsy. For over a century, narcolepsy ...
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RIck LeCouteur
6 days ago3 min read
Veterinary Specialty Care in 2024: Challenges, innovations, and future
In 2024, veterinary emergency and specialty practices are busier than ever, facing a surge in demand, mounting workforce challenges, and...
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RIck LeCouteur
7 days ago4 min read
AI and the Written Word: Protecting authors in a digital era
Imagine a world where your carefully crafted stories fuel the creativity of AI, reaching audiences you never dreamed of - but at what...
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RIck LeCouteur
7 days ago3 min read
Degrees of Deception: Is AI undermining education?
In the age of generative AI, universities are grappling with a growing crisis: cheating. Once symbols of knowledge and hard work,...
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