There are a wide range of services to help at the writing and communication stage of your research project. The Dalhousie Writing Centre and the Faculty of Graduate Studies advise on thesis writing and defense. Citation style assistance and peer review can be found from the Dal Libraries and the Writing Centre. Poster design tips will help with early presentation options for your research results.
CONTACT: Writing Centre, Subject Liaisons
Writing is a fundamental aspect of research communication, and it is important to continuously strengthen your writing skills and techniques. Writing assistance is available at any level through tutoring appointments, consultations, supplemental classes as well as workshops, events and seminars offered by the Writing Centre. The library also provides stylistic guidance and resources for writing academic research papers.
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CONTACT: Writing Centre, Subject Liaison Librarians
Citing sources is key while communicating research. Following proper citation styles and understanding their rules will professionalize your work, comply with research and publication ethics and prevent plagiarism. The library’s resources, your subject liaison librarian and the Writing Centre can help you properly cite materials.
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CONTACT: Writing Centre, Faculty of Graduate Studies
Writing a thesis or dissertation requires a lot of organization and planning. The Faculty of Graduate Studies and the Writing Centre provide guidance on writing, formatting, and presenting your thesis and dissertation.
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CONTACT: Writing Centre, Poster printing
Creating posters and presenting your research at conferences is often an important part of the research process. Both the library and the Writing Centre provide various resources and guidance on how to create effective posters and presentations.
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CONTACT: Subject Liaison Librarians
As a researcher, you will likely become involved in the peer review process as you publish your work. Resources provided outside of the library can help both students and faculty better understand the peer review process.
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