Crutcher, K. A. (1991). How to succeed in science. Perspectives in Biology & Medicine,34(2):213-8

Abstract

Adherence to these principles will not guarantee success, but thetestimony of many famous scientists supports the hypothesis thatthese guidelines can significantly (p less than .05, Wilcoxon unpaired X-test run at pH 5.6) increase your chances of achieving recognition, acquiring wealth, and ultimately being known as a successful scientist. At the very least, they should prevent you from falling too far outside the boundaries of "normal" science where you could easily be branded for life as a troublemaker or heretic.

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