COURSE OBJECTIVES: High quality scientific writing is essential to communicate research findings in a clear and concise manner. Scientists need to develop the ability to write well-structured manuscripts to communicate their research results and findings with other scientists or experts. The course has been designed to help students understand the steps in scientific writing, using practical examples and exercises.

MAIN TOPICS: Funding opportunities for Young Investigators in Italy and Europe; Understanding the review process: writing for success; How to develop an Irresistible idea; The writing schedule; Background and Review of Literature; Hypothesis, Aim of the study, Preliminary Results; Experimental design & methods; Time & deliverables; Pitfalls; Expected outcome; Dissemination; Future directions.