Why search(and cite) the literature of your field? Credibility: To be sure that your work is based on current sound research--the best in your field Focus: To be able to place your work in context Efficiency: To be sure that you' re not duplicating work unnecessarily Professional ethics: If you dont show your awareness of current research and give appropriate citation, you risk appearing naive or arrogant or dishonest Department of Aeronautics and astronauticsWhy search (and cite) the literature of your field? • Credibility: To be sure that your work is based on current, sound research--the best in your field. • Focus: To be able to place your work in context. • Efficiency: To be sure that you’re not duplicating work unnecessarily. • Professional ethics: If you don’t show your awareness of current research and give appropriate citation, you risk appearing naïve or arrogant or dishonest. Department of Aeronautics and Astronauti cs 2