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Rick LeCouteur
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Scientific Writing (8 of 11): Crafting Results (#176)
Your data tells the story, but the Results section is where it truly comes to life. The Results section is the backbone of your...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 3, 20243 min read
Scientific Writing (7 of 11): Mastering Methods (#175)
The Methods section is your chance to ensure your hard work doesn’t end at publication - it becomes a cornerstone for future discoveries....
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 3, 20242 min read
Scientific Writing (6 of 11): Perfecting the Introduction (#174)
The introduction of a scientific paper is the first step in persuading readers to invest their time and intellectual energy in your work....
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 3, 20243 min read
Daedalus and Icarus: A mythical lesson in finding balance (#173)
The story of Daedalus and Icarus, an ancient Greek myth, is as timeless as it is profound. It offers a vivid exploration of human...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 2, 20243 min read
Sir William Osler (2 of 4): Aequanimitas (#172)
In 1996, while seeking inspiration for a Commencement Address to the graduating class of the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, I...
Rick LeCouteur
Dec 2, 20243 min read
Scientific Writing (5 of 11): Effective Titles (#171)
In the world of scientific writing, a compelling title is more than a summary; it’s your first - and often only - chance to grab...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 29, 20243 min read
Scientific Writing (4 of 11): Why writing well matters (#170)
In veterinary medicine, the power of your work lies not only in the discoveries you make but in how effectively you communicate them. A...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 29, 20243 min read
Scientific Writing (3 of 11): Crafting effective Paragraphs (#169)
In veterinary science, your words can be as critical as your scalpel – precise, purposeful, and impactful. Whether you're detailing a...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 29, 20243 min read
Scientific Writing (2 of 11): Science of Sentences (#168)
The science of crafting sentences that elevate your veterinary writing. In veterinary science, the difference between a good study and...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 29, 20243 min read
Scientific Writing (1 of 11): Making words work (#167)
In veterinary medicine, the power of words can mean the difference between understanding a groundbreaking discovery and setting it aside...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 29, 20243 min read
A Tale of Two Legends: The elusive Sasquatch and the enigmatic Bunyip (#166)
While Sasquatch and the Bunyip both captivate imaginations as mysterious creatures of folklore, their origins, appearances, and...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 28, 20243 min read
In the Footsteps of Sasquatch: Myth, legend, or reality? (#165)
In the world of mysteries, few creatures captivate the imagination as Sasquatch does. Also known as Bigfoot , this elusive,...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 28, 20242 min read
When Lightning Strikes Twice: The truth about simultaneous scientific breakthroughs (#164)
What if the next groundbreaking scientific discovery is being made right now – by two different teams, thousands of miles apart, without...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 28, 20243 min read
The Science of Sleep: How the secret of narcolepsy was uncovered (#163)
This is the untold story of how curiosity, coincidence, and persistence cracked the code of narcolepsy. For over a century, narcolepsy ...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 28, 20244 min read
Veterinary Specialty Care in 2024: Challenges, innovations, and future (#162)
In 2024, veterinary emergency and specialty practices are busier than ever, facing a surge in demand, mounting workforce challenges, and...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 28, 20243 min read
AI and the Written Word: Protecting authors in a digital era (#161)
Imagine a world where your carefully crafted stories fuel the creativity of AI, reaching audiences you never dreamed of - but at what...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 27, 20244 min read
Degrees of Deception: Is AI undermining education? (#160)
In the age of generative AI, universities are grappling with a growing crisis: cheating. Once symbols of knowledge and hard work,...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 27, 20243 min read
Digital Decline Defined in Australia: The 2024 word of the year (#159)
Do you ever feel like the digital world is spiraling downhill? Websites that once were helpful are now harmful. Social media feels like...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 26, 20243 min read
From Clinic to Story Time: Inspiring the next generation through animal picture books (#158)
Imagine this. You're curled up on the couch with your child or grandchild, a picture book about a courageous penguin or a determined ibis...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 26, 20244 min read
T-Shirts, Taylor, and Timeless Hopes: A story from the outback (#157)
In the heart of the Australian outback, where the red dust stretches endlessly and stars light up the night, two young girls dare to...
Rick LeCouteur
Nov 25, 20243 min read
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