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Your institution has access to the Nature Masterclasses online course in scientific writing and publishing

1 Before you start… Make sure you are using your institution’s wifi or internet, or are accessing your institution’s network remotely. This is essential for accessing the online course. Nature Masterclasses

2 Let’s get going! Visit masterclasses. nature. com and click on “REGISTER” in the top right corner. Nature Masterclasses

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5 You’re registered! Enter a few final details and then that’s it - you can start using the course. Nature Masterclasses

6 Access the course Once signed in, click on “Access the training” on the homepage. Nature Masterclasses

7 The course contains 15 modules Taking you through the entire scientific publishing process. Planning & writing a paper Submitting to a journal Publication & authorship 1. Data Management (75 min) 2. What Makes a Great Paper (75 min) 3. Elements of Writing Style (30 min) 4. Titles & Abstracts (60 min) 5. From Introduction to Conclusions (60 min) 6. Data Presentation (75 min) 7. Selecting a Journal for Publication (45 min) 8. Submitting Your Paper (45 min) 9. The Editorial Process (30 min) 10. Journal Decisions (60 min) 11. Understanding Peer Review (90 min) 12. Writing a Review (90 min) 13. Plagiarism & Other Ethical Issues (60 min) 14. Authorship & Authors’ Responsibilities (60 min) 15. Measuring Impact (45 min) Nature Masterclasses

8 You’ll learn… • • How to get the most out of the writing process Submission procedures and cover letter tips How the manuscript selection process works at top journals What happens to papers once they’ve been submitted Explaining what it takes to get published in top journals! Nature Masterclasses

9 The instructors? Over 30 editors from over 20 Nature journals. Nature Masterclasses

10 “But I don’t have time!” The modules are made up: Short articles 1 -5 minute videos Quick activities, such as multiple-choice questions Ideal for a spare 5 minutes in the lab! Nature Masterclasses

11 What else is on the website? Blog Additional resources and tips for using the website Nature Masterclasses Training Another way into the course Ask Our Editors Post your scientific publishing questions to get answers directly from Nature journal editors Your Profile Create a profile and add your photo

12 Make the most of your access! Register today at masterclasses. nature. com and learn how to turn great science into great manuscripts. Nature Masterclasses