目 錄

PART 1 METHODOLOGIES ＆ SKILLS

Chapter 1 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 5

1.5 Practical Tricks 6 目 錄

PART 1 METHODOLOGIES ＆ SKILLS

Chapter 1 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 5

1.5 Practical Tricks 6

Exercises 6

Appendix I 7

Appendix II 7

Appendix III 7

Chapter 2 How to Write a Scientific Paper 9

2.1 The Clear Structure of a Scientific Paper 9

2.2 Abstract 9

2.3 Introduction and Conclusion 10

2.4 Main Body of a Paper 11

2.5 Reference 12

2.6 Useful Tricks 12

Exercises 13

Appendix I 13

Appendix II 16

Chapter 3 How to Write a Ph.D. /Master Thesis 23

3.1 The Common Structure of a Thesis 23

3.2 Cover Page 23

3.3 Abstract 24

3.4 Acknowledgements 25

3.5 Table of Contents and List of Figures/Tables 25

3.6 Chapters 25

3.7 List of Publications 25

3.8 Bibliography 25

Exercises 25

Appendix I 26

Appendix II 30

Chapter 4 How to Attend an International Conference 31

4.1 Purpose 31

4.2 Call for Paper (CFP) 31

4.3 Write and Submit a Paper to an International Conference 36

4.4 Notification of Acceptance 36

4.5 Apply for a Visa 36

4.6 Present a Paper 37

Exercises 37

Appendix I 37

Appendix II 43

Chapter 5 How to Submit a Paper to a Top Journal/Transaction 44

5.1 Prepare and Submit 44

5.2 Submission Confirmation 44

5.3 Paper Decision 45

5.4 Reviewer’s Comments 47

5.5 Revise and Submit the Final Paper 51

Exercises 51

Appendix I 52

Appendix II 56

Chapter 6 How to Search for Information on the Internet 59

6.1 Search Sites 59

6.2 Full Text Access 59

6.3 Database Index 60

Exercises 61

Appendix I 61

Appendix II 61

Chapter 7 How to Select a Research Subject 63

7.1 Follow Your Interest 63

7.2 Attend to New Theory or Technology 63

7.3 Think Independently 63

7.4 Search Literature Extensively 63

7.5 Interdisciplinary Research Provides New Opportunity 64

Exercises 64

Appendix 64

PART 2 NEW TECHNOLOGIES

Chapter 8 Geographic Information System (GIS) 68

8.1 What is GIS? 68

8.2 GIS Technology 68

8.3 Feature of GIS 69

8.4 The Future of GIS 70

Exercises 71

Appendix 71

Chapter 9 Communication by Avatars 72

9.1 What is Avatar? 72

9.2 Purpose 72

9.3 Technology 73

9.4 Challenges and Emerging Trends 76

9.5 Summary 77

Exercises 78

Appendix 78

Chapter 10 Natural Language Processing 79

10.1 What is Natural Language Processing (NLP)? 79

10.2 Difficulties 79

10.3 Major Tasks in NLP 80

10.4 Evaluation of Natural Language Processing 81

Exercises 82

Appendix 82

Chapter 11 Content-based Image Retrieval 83

11.1 What is Content-based Image Retrieval? 83

11.2 Content Comparison Techniques 83

11.3 Semantic Image Retrieval 84

11.4 New Media 85

11.5 Future Directions 85

Exercises 88

Appendix 88

Chapter 12 Molecular Dynamics Simulation 90

12.1 Molecular Dynamics (MD) 90

12.2 Areas of Application 90

12.3 Molecular Dynamics Algorithm-Parallel Computing 91

12.4 Major Software for MD Simulations 92

12.5 The Aims of Molecular Dynamics Simulation 93

Exercises 93

Appendix 94

Chapter 13 OpenGL Technology 95

13.1 What is OpenGL (Open Graphics Library) Technology? 95

13.2 Design 95

13.3 OpenGL 3.0 96

Exercises 97

Appendix 98

Chapter 14 Distance Learning 99

14.1 What is Distance Learning? 99

14.2 Electronic Learning 99

14.3 Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) 100

Exercises 100

Appendix 101

Chapter 15 Semantic Web 102

15.1 Definition 102

15.2 Purpose 102

15.3 Skeptical Reactions 103

15.4 Components 103

Exercises 104

Appendix 104

Chapter 16 Ontology 117

16.1 Definition 117

16.2 Components of Ontologies 118

16.3 Elements 118

16.4 Ontology Languages 120

Exercises 121

Appendix 121

PART 3 ADVICES ＆ EXAMPLES

Chapter 17 Ten Rules for a Successful Presentation 123

17.1 Use the Same Language of the Listener 123

17.2 Keep SMART 123

17.3 Plan and Schedule Your Presentation 124

17.4 Keep It Short and Simple (KISS) 124

17.5 Make Your Audience Active Instead of Reactive 124

17.6 Structure Your Thinking and Make It Visible 125

17.7 Don’t Let the Listener Lose His Way 125

17.8 Use Stimulus 126

17.9 Use Pictures 126

17.10 Make the Start Attractive and the End Memorable 126

Chapter 18 Promoting International Science and Technology Collaboration 127

18.1 Introduction 127

18.2 Studying in Japan as a Foreign Student 130

18.3 Research Culture in Japan 131

18.4 Japanese Research Style 131

18.5 Establishing a Joint Research During a Visiting Stay in Switzerland 132

18.6 Practical Information on Conducting Research in Japan 134

18.7 Practical Information on Studying in Japan 135

附錄A 參考譯文 137

附錄B 參考論文 189

附錄C 論文寫作自查表 206

附錄D 學(xué)位論文寫作自查表 208

附錄E 總單詞表 209

附錄F Suggested Answers for Discussion 230

參考文獻(xiàn) 237