KA3.1b - Scientific Literature and Communication Flashcards
KA3.1 - Scientific Principles and Process (4 cards)
1
Q
What is peer review?
A
Where specialists with expertise in the relevant field critically evaluate the scientific quality of a submitted manuscript and make recommendations regarding its suitability for publication.
2
Q
List four ways scientific findings can be shared?
A
- Seminars
- Talks and posters at conferences
- Publishing in academic journals
- Science coverage in wider media
3
Q
Why is it important that methods, data, analysis and conclusions are published in scientific reports?
A
To allow others to learn about and repeat an experiment
4
Q
Define ‘review article’
A
summarises current knowledge and recent findings in a particular field.
