BioSketch Re-Write

The process of proofreading can be quite arduous at times, but it is an important step to include if you want to write good. It identifies any grammatical errors before submitting your final work. Sometimes proofing requires several re-writes and this is obviously the part no one really loves to do.

Reading something over and over becomes monotonous. I've learned that taking a break before each proofread session gives your mind time recharge; allowing for more creative juices to flow. This also addresses' the issue of time. Make sure their is enough time to proofread and edit. While scanning your paper for any errors, read out loud. I find that I catch more errors this way.

In effort to write better biosketches in the future I plan to identify grammatical errors I commonly make. For example I tend to write exceptionally long sentences, therefore, this will be one of the errors I want to look out for when proofreading.

The first submission of my biosketch is a bit wordy and veers away from the idea of utilizing a biosketch more as a type of resume. With this said, my biosketch may have been to informal. These are a few things I edit, in addition to simplifying exactly what it is I want to convey to my audience.