PART 1 METHODOLOGIES & SKILLS 1
Chapter1 How to Make a Research Presentation 2
1.1 When Do We Need to Make a Presentation? 2
1.2 The Structure of a Presentation 2
1.3 Sample 2
1.4 Pay Attention 6
1.5 Practical Tricks 6
Exercises 7
Appendix Ⅰ 8
Appendix Ⅱ 8
Appendix Ⅲ 8
Chapter 2 How to Write a Scientific Paper 10
2.1 The Clear Structure of a Scientific Paper 10
2.2 Abstract 10
2.3 Introduction and Conclusion 11
2.4 Main Body of a Paper 13
2.5 Reference 13
2.6 Useful Tricks 13
Exercises 14
Appenaix Ⅰ 15
Appendix Ⅱ 18
Chapter 3 How to Write a Ph.D./Master Thesis 25
3.1 The Common Structure of a Thesis 25
3.2 Cover Page 25
3.3 Abstract 26
3.4 Acknowledgements 27
3.5 Table of Contents and List of Figures/Tables 27
3.6 Chapters 27
3.7 List of Publications 27
3.8 Bibliography 27
Exercises 27
Appendix Ⅰ 28
Appendix Ⅱ 32
Chapter 4 How to Attend an International Conference 33
4.1 Purpose 33
4.2 Call for Paper(CFP) 33
4.3 Write and Submit a Paper to an International Conference 38
4.4 Notification of Acceptance 38
4.5 Apply for a Visa 39
4.6 Present a Paper 39
Exercises 39
Appendix Ⅰ 40
Appendix Ⅱ 46
Chapter 5 How to Submit a Paper to a Top Journal/Transaction 47
5.1 Prepare and Submit 47
5.2 Submission Confirmation 47
5.3 Paper Decision 48
5.4 Reviewer's Comments 50
5.5 Revise and Submit the Final Paper 55
Exercises 55
Appendix Ⅰ 55
Appendix Ⅱ 59
Chapter 6 How to Search for Information on the Internet 63
6.1 Search Sites 63
6.2 Full Text Access 63
6.3 Database Index 64
Exercises 65
Appendix Ⅰ 65
Appendix Ⅱ 65
Chapter 7 How to Select a Research Subject 67
7.1 Follow Your Interest 67
7.2 Attend to New Theory or Technology 67
7.3 Think Independently 67
7.4 Search Literature Extensively 67
7.5 Interdisciplinary Research Provides New Opportunity 68
Exercises 68
Appendix 68
PART 2 NEW TECHNOLOGIES 71
Chapter 8 Geographic Information System (GIS) 72
8.1 What is GIS? 72
8.2 GIS Technology 72
8.3 Feature of GIS 73
8.4 The Future of GIS 74
Exercises 75
Appendix 75
Chapter 9 Communication by Avatars 76
9.1 What is Avatar? 76
9.2 Purpose 76
9.3 Technology 77
9.4 Challenges and Emerging Trends 80
9.5 Summary 82
Exercises 82
Appendix 83
Chapter 10 Natural Language Processing 84
10.1 What is Natural Language Processing(NLP)? 84
10.2 Difficulties 84
10.3 Major Tasks in NLP 85
10.4 Evaluation of Natural Language Processing 86
Exercises 87
Appendix 87
Chapter 11 Content-based Image Retrieval 89
11.1 What is Content-based Image Retrieval? 89
11.2 Content Comparison Techniques 89
11.3 Semantic Image Retrieval 90
11.4 New Media 91
11.5 Future Directions 91
Exercises 94
Appendix 95
Chapter 12 Molecular Dynamics Simulation 96
12.1 Molecular Dynamics(MD) 96
12.2 Areas of Application 96
12.3 Molecular Dynamics Algorithm-Parallel Computing 97
12.4 Major Software for MD Simulations 98
12.5 The Aims of Molecular Dynamics Simulation 99
Exercises 99
Appendix 100
Chapter 13 OpenGL Technology 101
13.1 What is OpenGL(Open Graphics Library)Technology? 101
13.2 Design 101
13.3 OpenGL 3.0 102
Exercises 104
Appendix 104
Chapter 14 Distance Learning 105
14.1 What is Distance Learning? 105
14.2 Electronic Learning 105
14.3 Virtual Learning Environment(VLE) 106
Exercises 106
Appendix 107
Chapter 15 Semantic Web 108
15.1 Definition 108
15.2 Purpose 108
15.3 Skeptical Reactions 109
15.4 Components 109
Exercises 110
Appendix 110
Chapter 16 Ontology 124
16.1 Definition 124
16.2 Components of Ontologies 125
16.3 Elements 125
16.4 Ontology Languages 128
Exercises 128
Appendix 128
Part 3 ADVICES ＆ EXAMPLES 130
Chapter 17 Ten Rules for a Successful Presentation 131
17.1 Use the Same Language of the Listener 131
17.2 Keep SMART 131
17.3 Plan and Schedule Your Presentation 132
17.4 Keep It Short and Simple(KISS) 132
17.5 Make Your Audience Active Instead of Reactive 132
17.6 Structure Your Thinking and Make It Visible 133
17.7 Don't Let the Listener Lose His Way 133
17.8 Use Stimulus 134
17.9 Use Pictures 134
17.10 Make the Start Attractive and the End Memorable 134
Chapter 18 Promoting International Science and Technology Collaboration 135
18.1 Introduction 135
18.2 Studyingin Japan as aForeign Student 138
18.3 Research Culture in Japan 139
18.4 Japanese Research Style 140
18.5 Establishing a Joint Research During a Visiting Stay in Switzerland 141
18.6 Practical Information on Conducting Research in Japan 142
18.7 Practical Information on Studying in Japan 144
附录A 参考译文 146
第1部分 方法和技巧 146
第1章 如何做研究报告 146
第2章 如何写科技论文 147
第3章 如何写博士／硕士论文 151
第4章 如何参加国际会议 152
第5章 怎样向顶级期刊／学报投稿 157
第6章 怎样上网检索信息 163
第7章 怎样选择研究课题 165
第2部分 前沿技术 166
第8章 地理信息系统 166
第9章 借助虚拟人交流 168
第10章 自然语言处理 173
第11章 基于内容的图像检索 175
第12章 分子动力学模拟 180
第13章 OpenGL技术 182
第14章 远程学习 185
第15章 语义网 186
第16章 本体论 188
第3部分 建议和榜样 190
第17章 成功演讲的十大准则 190
第18章 推进国际科学与技术合作 193
附录B 参考论文 201
Web Image Search via Automatic Image Annotation and Translation 201
Humanoid Personalized Avatar Through Multiple Natural Language Processing 212
附录C 英语论文写作自查表 218
附录D 学位论文写作自查表 220
附录E 总单词表 221
附录F Suggested Answers for Discussion 242
参考文献 250