本书结合作者长期在国外使用英语从事研究的经验,旨在培养读者把英文作为工作语言,提高读者专业英语的运用能力。本书分为3部分,主要内容包括:如何用英语做研究报告,英文科技论文和毕业论文的写作规范及技巧,如何参加国际会议和用英文演讲,如何向国际期刊投稿,如何检索文献及怎样选择研究课题等;介绍计算机专业前沿课题动向,以及学术研究新成果、新方法、新技术,并附相关学术论文;提供长期在国外的专家学者的建议和经验,帮助他们逐步提高独立创新工作的能力。本书每节后附词汇表、习题和相关附录,并提供电子课件。
本书可作为高等学校计算机和信息类专业研究生和高年级本科生的专业英语教材,也可供使用英语从事科研工作的科技人员学习参考。

Part 1 METHODOLOGIES & SKILLS
Chapter 1 How to Make a Research Presentation
1.1 When Do We Need to Make a Presentation?
1.2 The Structure of a Presentation
1.3 Sample
1.4 Pay Attention
1.5 Practical Tricks
Exercises
Appendix I
Appendix II
Appendix III
Chapter 2 How to Write a Scientific Paper
2.1 The Clear Structure of a Scientific Paper
2.2 Abstract
2.3 Introduction and Conclusion1
2.4 Main Body of a Paper
2.5 Reference
2.6 Useful Tricks
Exercises
Appendix I
Appendix II
Chapter 3 How to Write a Ph.D. Master Thesis
3.1 The Common Structure of a Thesis
3.2 Cover Page
3.3 Abstract
3.4 Acknowledgements
3.5 Table of Contents and List of FiguresTables
3.6Chapters
3.7 List of Publications
3.8 Bibliography
Exercises
Appendix I
Appendix II
Chapter 4 How to Attend an International Conference
4.1 Purpose
4.2 Call for Paper (CFP)
4.3 Write and Submit a Paper to an International Conference
4.4 Notification of Acceptance
4.5 Apply for a Visa
4.6 Present a Paper
Exercises
Appendix
Appendix II
Chapter 5 How to Submit a Paper to a Top JournalTransaction
5.1 Prepare and Submit
5.2 Submission Confirmation
5.3 Paper Decision
5.4 Reviewer s Comments
5.5 Revise and Submit the Final Paper
Exercises
Appendix I
Appendix II
Chapter 6 How to Search for Information on the Internet
6.1 Search Sites
6.2 Full Text Access
6.3 Database Index4
Exercises
Appendix I
Appendix II
Chapter 7 How to Select a Research Subject
7.1 Follow Your Interest
7.2 Attend to New Theory or Technology
7.3 Think Independently
7.4 Search Literature Extensively
7.5 Interdisciplinary Research Provides New Opportunity
Exercises
Appendix
Part 2 NEW TECHNOLOGIES
Chapter 8 Geographic Information System (GIS)
8.1 What is GIS?
8.2 GIS Technology
8.3 Feature of GIS
8.4 The Future of GIS
Exercises
Appendix
Chapter 9 Communication by Avatars
9.1 What is Avatar?
9.2 Purpose
9.3 Technology
9.4 Challenges and Emerging Trends
9.5 Summary
Exercises
Appendix
Chapter 1 Natural Language Processing
1.1 What is Natural Language Processing (NLP)?
1.2 Difficulties
1.3 Major Tasks in NLP
1.4 Evaluation of Natural Language Processing6
Exercises
Appendix
Chapter 11 Content-based Image Retrieval
11.1 What is Content-based Image Retrieval?
11.2 Content Comparison Techniques
11.3 Semantic Image Retrieva
11.4 New Media
11.5 Future Directions
Exercises
Appendix
Chapter 12 Molecular Dynamics Simulation
12.1 Molecular Dynamics (MD)
12.2 Areas of Application
12.3 Molecular Dynamics Algorithm-Parallel Computing
12.4 Major Software for MD Simulations
12.5 The Aims of Molecular Dynamics Simulation
Exercises
Appendix
Chapter 13 OpenGL Technology
13.1 What is OpenGL (Open Graphics Library) Technology?
13.2 Design
13.3 OpenGL
Exercises
Appendix
Chapter 14 Distance Learning
14.1 What is Distance Learning?
14.2 Electronic Learning
14.3 Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
Exercises
Appendix
Chapter 15 Semantic Web
15.1 Definition
15.2 Purpose
15.3 Skeptical Reactions
15.4 Components
Exercises
Appendix
Chapter 16 Ontology
16.1 Definition
16.2 Components of Ontologies
16.3 Elements
16.4 Ontology Languages
Exercises
Appendix
Part 3 ADVICES & EXAMPLES
Chapter 17 Ten Rules for a Successful Presentation
17.1 Use the Same Language of the Listener
17.2 Keep SMART
17.3 Plan and Schedule Your Presentation
17.4 Keep It Short and Simple (KISS)
17.5 Make Your Audience Active Instead of Reactive
17.6 Structure Your Thinking and Make It Visible
17.7 Don t Let the Listener Lose His Way
17.8 Use Stimulus
17.9 Use Pictures
17.1 Make the Start Attractive and the End Memorable
Chapter 18 Promoting International Science and Technology Collaboration
18.1 Introduction
18.2 Studying in Japan as a Foreign Student
18.3 Research Culture in Japan
18.4 Japanese Research Style
18.5 Establishing a Joint Research During a Visiting Stay in Switzerland
18.6 Practical Information on Conducting Research in Japan
18.7 Practical Information on Studying in Japan4
附录A 参考译文
第1部分 方法和技巧
第1章 如何做研究报告
第2章 如何写科技论文
第3章 如何写博士硕士论文
第4章 如何参加国际会议
第5章 怎样向**期刊学报投稿
第6章 怎样上网检索信息
第7章 怎样选择研究课题
第2部分 前沿技术
第8章 地理信息系统
第9章 借助虚拟人交流
第1章 自然语言处理
第11章 基于内容的图像检索
第12章 分子动力学模拟
第13章 OpenGL技术
第14章 远程学习
第15章 语义网
第16章 本体论
第3部分 建议和榜样
第17章 成功演讲的十大准则
第18章 推进国际科学与技术合作
附录B 参考论文
附录C 英文论文写作自查表
附录D 学位论文写作自查表
附录E 总单词表
附录F Suggested Answers for Discussion
参考文献

本书作者结合自己的成功经历,用生动的英语和明快的笔调,告诉读者如何用英语在网上检索资料、撰写论文、向国外权威刊物投稿,如何获取签证,在国际学术会议上用英语宣读论文。书中还为读者准备了一些有趣的学科前沿性内容,如GIS、Avatar等。读者只要浏览一下本书的目录,或者阅读一下自己感兴趣的某些章节,就一定会为本书的内容新颖、语句流畅、生动易学、简洁实用等特色所吸引。