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Journal of Genetic Counseling
Published in: Journal of Genetic Counseling 3/2010

Open Access 01-06-2010 | Professional Issues

Publishing a Master’s Thesis: A Guide for Novice Authors

Authors: Robert G. Resta, Patricia McCarthy Veach, Sarah Charles, Kristen Vogel, Terri Blase, Christina G. S. Palmer

Published in: Journal of Genetic Counseling | Issue 3/2010

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Abstract

Publication of original research, clinical experiences, and critical reviews of literature are vital to the growth of the genetic counseling field, delivery of genetic counseling services, and professional development of genetic counselors. Busy clinical schedules, lack of time and funding, and training that emphasizes clinical skills over research skills may make it difficult for new genetic counselors to turn their thesis projects into publications. This paper summarizes and elaborates upon a presentation aimed at de-mystifying the publishing process given at the 2008 National Society of Genetic Counselors Annual Education Conference. Specific topics include familiarizing prospective authors, particularly genetic counseling students, with the basics of the publication process and related ethical considerations. Former students’ experiences with publishing master’s theses also are described in hopes of encouraging new genetic counselors to submit for publication papers based on their thesis projects.
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Metadata
Title
Publishing a Master’s Thesis: A Guide for Novice Authors
Authors
Robert G. Resta
Patricia McCarthy Veach
Sarah Charles
Kristen Vogel
Terri Blase
Christina G. S. Palmer
Publication date
01-06-2010
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Journal of Genetic Counseling / Issue 3/2010
Print ISSN: 1059-7700
Electronic ISSN: 1573-3599
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10897-009-9276-2

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