Jargon: A cloud for readers, and how to clear it!
This is page 41 from Client-Pleasing Reports and Communications. Enjoy! Feel free to e-mail me at christabedwin at gmail.com if you have any questions.
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Scientific Style & Format: Free reference book from an excellent experienced academic editor
Matthew Stevens has done a masterful and amusing job of collecting together the many concerns of a scientific editor. I recommend this book highly! http://sabotin.ung.si/~sstanic/teaching/CIS/references/Stevens-Subtleties_of_Scientific_Style.pdf
Resources: readable fonts
Choosing a non-offensive font is important in technical writing. Your primary goal should be that the design you choose does not distract your reader. Here is a link to a good article about Serif and Sans Serif fonts, and design considerations for when and why you might choose each type: https://www.impactplus.com/blog/sans-serif-vs-serif-font-which-should-you-use-when SPECIAL MENTION Here is a link to the Dyslexie font, which is well regarded as an effective and worthwhile investment for anyone with dyslexia. https://www.dyslexiefont.com