Smith Robert V. - Graduate research a guide for students in the sciences

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To all graduate students who may benefit from our work, we wish you well.

Robert V. Smith

To Erika and all my former graduate students across the many miles and in many countries.

Llewellyn D. Densmore

To my wonderful wife, Dawn, for her love and support.

Edward F. Lener