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Scientific and technical writing

Year of publication 2016

Pages 2p.

Author FAO/OPC

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Brochure, flyer, fact-sheet

Category Brochure

ISBN No ISBN

Edition 1

Synopsis (short abstract) This course describes the different steps required to produce a scientific or technical project publication, from development to dissemination of the final document. It also explains principles for writing, structuring the text and creating illustrations, and provides guidance on distribution channels and promotion methods.

Language English

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