Written by Canadian academics to provide relevant coverage and examples for life science students in this country.Part of a bestselling series - with over twenty-five years of proven success, the Making Sense series is known for its clear and concise approach to research and writing in all areas of undergraduate study.Comprehensive guide to communicating in the life sciences provides information on effective researching and writing, preparing for tests and exams, performing lab work, giving presentations, and working in groups.A concise, student-friendly approach allows readers to use this book either as a quick and casual reference or as a text that can easily be read from cover to cover.Helps students overcome common pitfalls in grammar, style, punctuation, and usage through a rich variety of examples, while also offering useful tips on time management, avoiding plagiarism, preparing for tests and exams, and presentations and group work.Visual aids throughout include screenshots, sample assignments, graphs, and figures to illustrate key concepts.A checklist for written assignments on the inside front cover offers a brief overview of key points to consider, encouraging students to submit only their most polished work.A list of symbols for common errors, found on the inside back cover, helps students understand marking symbols and abbreviations that may appear on their work.