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A recent survey by research publishing giant Springer Nature shows that around a third of researchers in Japan are unsure how to share their research beyond academic…
Springer Nature highlights need to support Japanese researchers in sharing findings after publication
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Scientific research thrives on collaboration, bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds. However, language barriers can impede the participation of…
How can lab heads bridge language divides in science?
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Humor helps make even the most mind-boggling science feel downright enjoyable and digestible. So, keep this in mind the next time you are about to share your work with…
How to bring humor into scientific discourse
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In this article, we'll explore what exactly is a thesis statement, and how can you craft one that does justice to your research proposal or thesis and conveys the…
The thesis statement: A guide to get you started on how to write a Thesis Statement
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Plagiarizing is often resorted to because it saves time and effort, and many are not even aware that plagiarizing is a violation of ethics. Here we give some examples of…
Why plagiarism is bad for you and how to avoid it
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Self-plagiarism can have unintended consequences, and it is safer to mention upfront that you are reusing your own text – but without violating any copyright – and…
What is self-plagiarism?
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Plagiarism occurs when an individual intentionally or unintentionally uses someone else’s work (text, images, music, videos, data, etc.) and does not give attribution. …
In research, English has probably helped break down barriers more than it has divided people, but the predominance of English is not an unalloyed good. The expectation…
How does one navigate International collaborations in academia? Here is the second part of a 2-part series on overcoming geographical and language challenges in…
A variety of languages are spoken by researchers globally. In this article, we discuss the need for language inclusivity in research communication and pave the way for…