Scientific literature and communication

Question 1

what is the importance of publication?

Answer 1

The importance of publication of methods, data, analysis, and conclusions
in scientific reports so that others are able to repeat an experiment

Question 2

what are the common methods of sharing?

Answer 2

Common methods of sharing original scientific findings include seminars,
talks and posters at conferences, and publishing in academic journals.

Question 3

what is the importance of peer review?

Answer 3

The importance of peer review and critical evaluation by specialists with
expertise in the relevant field

Question 4

what do most scientific publications use?

Answer 4

Most scientific publications use peer review.

Question 5

what do specialists do?

Answer 5

Specialists with expertise in the relevant field assess the scientific quality
of a submitted manuscript and make recommendations regarding its
suitability for publication.

Question 6

what are review articles used for?

Answer 6

The use of review articles, which summarise current knowledge and
recent findings in a particular field

Question 7

what is science coverage?

Answer 7

Critical evaluation of science coverage in the wider media Increasing the
public understanding of science, and the issue of misrepresentation of
science