Communication Quote by Sheila M. McNab
““I have the strong impression that scientific communication is being seriously hindered by poor quality abstracts written in jargon- ridden mumbo jumbo.””
About This Quote
Source Conference Talk: Scientific Communication, 2021
Poorly written, jargon‑filled abstracts obstruct scientific progress and public understanding.
In simple terms: Jargon in abstracts blocks communication.
Write clear, accessible abstracts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- research proposals
- grant applications
- public outreach
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance precision and clarity?
- What standards improve abstract quality?
Over‑simplification may lose nuance.