About This Book
Writing Papers in the Biological Sciences, 7th Edition
ISBN: 9781319268466
Writing Papers in the Biological Sciences is a comprehensive guide designed to help students navigate the complexities of writing in biology. Whether you're new to the field or have some experience, this book provides detailed instruction on researching, drafting, revising, and documenting the most commonly assigned projects in biology courses.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in undergraduate biology courses. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the basics of scientific writing in biology, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of biological principles.
History and Editions
The 7th edition of Writing Papers in the Biological Sciences has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research methods and new student examples from a wider variety of sub-disciplines in biology. This edition includes detailed checklists for formatting various scientific papers and bulleted rules to ensure clarity and accuracy.
Author and Other Works
Victoria E. McMillan is the author of Writing Papers in the Biological Sciences. She has a proven track record of creating accessible and reliable guides for students in the biological sciences. This book is part of a series that aims to support students through all their biology writing assignments.
Key Features
- Concise and Self-Teaching: Modeled on a handbook format, this guide provides bulleted rules, checklists for formatting scientific papers, and detailed examples to help students understand and apply the concepts.
- Updated Coverage: The 7th edition includes updated coverage of research methods and new student examples from various sub-disciplines in biology.
- Mobile-Friendly eBooks: The book is available in a mobile-friendly e-book format, allowing students to take notes, add highlights, and download the text easily.
- Spiral-Bound Texts: The spiral-bound format keeps the book open while writing, making it convenient for students to use during assignments.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Spiral Bound: ISBN-13: 9781319268466
- Paperback and Spiral Bound Package: ISBN-13: 9781319457495
- eBook Trial Access: Included with the rental option
Publication Details
- Publisher: Bedford Saint Martin's (MPS)
- Publication Date: September 30, 2020
- Number of Pages: Varies by format (typically around 200-300 pages)
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
- 6th Edition: Available through Macmillan Learning and other retailers
- 8th Edition: Not yet released (as of June 2025)
- Related ISBNs:
- 9781319268480 (eBook Trial Access)
- 9781319457495 (Paperback and Spiral Bound Package)
Rental Options
- Renting the Book: Available for 3 months, with the option to extend or purchase the book at the end of the rental period[1][3].
- Free Shipping: Use promo code SHIPFREE at Step 4 of checkout for free shipping on US orders[1].
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Writing Papers in the Biological Sciences, 7th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.