http://www.loc.gov/mods/v3 http://www.loc.gov/standards/mods/v3/mods-3-2.xsd
a step-by-step guide for the biological and medical sciences
Start with a plan -- Conduct a comprehensive literature search -- Prepare for the challenge -- Begin well -- Compose the IMRAD core of a strong first draft -- Assemble the rest of the first draft -- Compile tables to develop, clarify, and support your story -- Include figures for evidence, efficiency, or emphasis -- Report numbers clearly and responsibly -- Revise for coherence -- Improve style and syntax -- Improve word choice -- Attend to punctuation, capitalization, and other mechanics -- Address your ethical and legal responsibilities -- Oral presentations: adapt the text and visuals -- Share your story in public: presenting talks and posters -- Publication: the rest of the story -- Thirty exercises to improve anyone's scientific writing skills.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 283-290) and index.