Best Practices and Future Visions for Search User Interfaces: Position Paper

The author argues that progress in search requires vigorous inquiry into how search can be embedded into application environments such as those for decision-making, personal information collecting, and designing.

Hendry, David G. Earthlink (2003). Design>Web Design>Search

Biomedical Writing

Learn about biomedical writing and biomedical writers, what they are doing at various stages of their careers, and what their interests are.

Vélez, Lili Fox. Earthlink (1999). Careers>Scientific Communication>Biomedical

Reconciling Information-Seeking Behavior with Search User Interfaces for the Web  

Current search interfaces reflect the inner workings of search technology rather than what we know about how people look for information.

Rose, Daniel E. Earthlink (2002). Design>Web Design>User Interface>Search

Using Categories to Improve Search

The authors explore ways in which categories can be leveraged to improve search. An interface named SWISH is presented, in which search results are automatically categorized, and pages in the same category are grouped together.

Cutrell, Edward and Susan Dumais. Earthlink (2003). Design>Web Design>Information Design>Search

Using Categories to Improve Search  

The authors explore ways in which categories can be leveraged to improve search. An interface named SWISH is presented, in which search results are automatically categorized, and pages in the same category are grouped together.

Cutrell, Edward and Susan Dumais. Earthlink (2003). Design>Web Design>Search>Usability

Utilizing a User's Context to Improve Search Results  

This paper describes some design practices for providing a scoped search interface for an e-commerce site.

Gremett, Peter. Earthlink (2003). Design>Web Design>Search>E Commerce

Writing for Multimedia: A Guide

As we stand here at the edge of the new millennium, the same can be said for the current state of multimedia. There are thousands of computer programs, millions of Web pages, and countless PowerPoint presentations. And unlike material in books and magazines, the vast majority of these items are untouched by editors. While new media offers an unprecedented means for sharing ideas with the rest of the world, it is also becoming that much harder to stand out from an ever-growing crowd. That’s where effective writing comes in. By planning and focusing what you want to say, you can better connect with your audience, whether you’re designing a Web site for your family, or promoting your company’s image. This guide is designed to help you effectively use new media to communicate your message with clarity and focus.

Butzgy, Michael. Earthlink (1999). Resources>Multimedia>Writing