Nature Masterclasses: Scientific Writing and Publication Workshop

Are you eager to enhance your scientific writing and publication skills?  Don’t miss this rare opportunity to learn more.

With support from Illumina Inc, CPOS brings the Nature Masterclasses to HKU.

Nature Masterclasses, a product of Nature Portfolio under Springer Nature publisher, provide professional development training for researchers worldwide.

https://masterclasses.nature.com/

The upcoming workshop at HKU will be led by Dr Jeffrey Robens from Nature Portfolio.

About the Trainer:

Dr Jeffrey Robens is Head of Community Engagement at Nature Portfolio and is the Lead Trainer for the Expert Trainer-led Nature Masterclasses – training workshop to improve publication output worldwide.  He has strong scientific qualifications with 20 years of academic experience and numerous publications and awards.  He received his PhD from the University of Pennsylvania and then worked at premier research institutes in Singapore and Japan.  Since leaving academia in 2012, he has conducted over 650 days of academic training workshops worldwide to help researchers improve their publication quality and impact.

Why Attend?

  • Gain insights from the expert who is familiar with the scientific publication process.
  • Learn effective techniques for manuscript preparation, peer review navigation, and data presentation.
  • Discover how to enhance your chances of publishing in high-impact journals.
  • Receive practical advice to build long-term skills in scientific writing and communication.
  • Network with fellow researchers and students passionate about research excellence.
Date: 4 February 2026, Wed
Time: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Venue: Lecture Theatre 1

G/F, William M W Mong Block

Faculty of Medicine Building

21 Sassoon Road, Pokfulam, HK
Refreshments: Light breakfast, lunch and tea will be provided.

Seats are limited—Register Now  to secure your place!

Registration is open until 28 January 2026.

Enquiry:  enquiry.cpos@hku.hk / 2831 5500

All are welcome!