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Learn how to plan and prepare for effective data analysis by taking our new course, Data Analysis: Planning and Preparing.

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Researchers learn techniques and strategies to develop their skills, confidence and careers

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Data Analysis: Planning and Preparing


Learn how to plan and prepare for effective data analysis

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Advancing Your Scientific Presentations


Learn to plan and deliver engaging presentations

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Networking for Researchers


Learn how to network effectively with other researchers

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Persuasive Grant Writing


Learn how to use narrative tools to write convincing grant applications

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Narrative Tools for Researchers


Learn how to share your research story persuasively with your peers

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Managing Research Data to Unlock its Full Potential


Learn the foundations of effective data management

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Effective Collaboration in Research


Learn how to participate in and lead successful collaborations

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Scientific Writing and Publishing


Learn how to write and publish a great research paper

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Focus on Peer Review


Learn the foundations of good peer review

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One and two-day workshops in scientific writing and publishing


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Chief Editor, Nature Energy

Richard White

Chief Editor, Scientific Reports

Tal Nawy

Associate Editor, Nature Methods

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Alexia Zaromytidou
Chris Surridge
Sadaf Shadan
David Rueda
Karl Ziemelis
Leonie Mueck
Gemma Alderton
Federico Levi
Adam Brotchie
Elizabeth Moylan
Bart Veberck
Claudio Nunes Alves
Darren Burgess
Andrew Hufton
Iulia Georgescu
John Plummer
Ritu Dhand
Nicky Dean
Richard White
Tal Nawy
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