SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH METHODOLOGY is an introductory text explaining various aspects of research methodology and communication in science. The basic philosophy of science is based on the fundamental assumption that scientific experiment is not completed until the results are published. Science is the only profession where one has to do the twin task of doing and writing. All persons practicing science should know how to communicate the results of the research properly in a written format. The book presents an outline of how to write a scientific paper and a thesis. This book is primarily designed for the undergraduate and postgraduate students of various science subjects; it would also be useful to doctoral students as well as teachers.

• • Acquaints readers with Research Methodology • Introduces the basic grammar and vocabulary needed for scientific writing • Outlines the general style conventions used in scientific writing • Introduces the various scientific misconducts

Preface / Science and Science Studies / History of Science / Basic Statistics / Basic Grammar and Scientific Vocabulary / Literature Survey / Scientific Methodology / Presentation of Data / Writing a Scientific Paper / The General Style Conventions / Units / Scientific Misconduct / Writing a Thesis / Index.

Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students, Professionals and Researchers