MHB Communication in mathematics and physics

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SUMMARY

This discussion focuses on effective communication strategies for writing academic papers in mathematics and physics. Participants emphasize the importance of resources such as Paul Halmos's article "How to Write Mathematics" for improving writing skills. The consensus is that investing time in the writing process is crucial for achieving clarity and impact in scientific communication. Many contributors reflect on their experiences, noting that thorough preparation significantly enhances the quality of manuscripts submitted for publication.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of academic writing conventions in mathematics and physics
  • Familiarity with the publication process in scientific journals
  • Knowledge of effective communication techniques in technical writing
  • Experience with peer review and feedback mechanisms
NEXT STEPS
  • Read "How to Write Mathematics" by Paul Halmos
  • Explore resources on effective academic writing in STEM fields
  • Research best practices for manuscript preparation and submission
  • Study techniques for receiving and implementing peer feedback
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Researchers, graduate students, and academics in mathematics and physics seeking to enhance their writing skills and improve their manuscript preparation for publication.

Joppy
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I suspect many here are published within their fields.
  1. What is your general advice for writing academic papers in mathematics, physics or any other "hard" science discipline?
  2. Were there any resources that helped you?
  3. What have you found to be the most successful aspects of your approach to communication?
  4. Do you feel it has been worth committing large amounts of time to the write-up process? Or could you have achieved the same responses for much less.
  5. What is the longest amount of time you've spent working on a problem, and how long did it take you to prepare a manuscript for publication?
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Joppy said:
I suspect many here are published within their fields.
  1. What is your general advice for writing academic papers in mathematics, physics or any other "hard" science discipline?
  2. Were there any resources that helped you?
Start with Paul Halmos's famous article on How to write mathematics.
 

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