About the book: 2009 / Here is a revised and expanded version of the book, previously published under the titles "Erratology" and "New Erratology" .How to write the text of a dissertation?How to find literature on a research topic?How to organize the process of collecting experimental data?How to process the information received?How to give a presentation at a defense?How to prepare an article for a journal or abstract of a report for a conference?Answers to these and many other questions you will find in this book. The main thing that distinguishes it from other “dissertation manuals” is the principle of presentation. Our book is, first of all, a story about typical mistakes that almost every beginning researcher makes. The authors will tell you, “Is this what you want to do? No need! Many people have already made this mistake. Better do this and that,” and then they will give an example of the correct decision. By following our recommendations, you will not only write a better dissertation, but also defend it earlier.