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Academic libraries are uniquely positioned to capitalize on the advancements in AI and drive significant changes in the scholarly landscape. We are exploring some of the essential skills that will empower librarians to stay ahead of the curve in the age of AI.
Aug 16, 2024
A graphical abstract can improve visibility of your research and lets people know what to expect in your article. Here are a few tips and resources to help you get started with graphical abstracts.
Aug 15, 2024
For more than 50 years, Journal Citation Reports (JCR) has been providing a measure of the quality or standing of academic journals. The measure, namely Journal Impact Factor, is essentially a reflection of the extent to which papers published in a given journal are referred to, or cited, in other papers published in many journals (including papers published in that journal). Journal Citation Reports are useful tools but, as with any tool, they need to be used with skill, discretion, and judgment and can only be as good as their users.
Aug 14, 2024
The new technologies and innovations are changing the scholarly landscape. Here are some insights from an episode of the Insights Xchange podcast, where Nikesh Gosalia, President, Global Academic and Publisher Relations at CACTUS, and Dr. Guido F. Herrmann, Managing Director at Wiley, explore and offer unique insights into navigating the challenging, but exciting new scholarly publishing landscape.
Aug 14, 2024
While continuous learning provides Large Language Models (LLMs) multiple advantages, data security issues could be imminent. LLMs continue to learn through user queries. One way to mitigate this issue is to impose governmental regulations, the other could be using AI chatbots specific to regions. Here we discuss a few country-specific alternatives to ChatGPT.
Aug 13, 2024
Metadata helps search engines understand content, making it easier to discover. We’re diving into why scholarly publishers should prioritize metadata optimization, and how it can enhance the visibility and accessibility of their publications.
Aug 13, 2024
A curated selection of resources on all aspects of academic integrity for researchers
Aug 12, 2024
China with its unprecedented scientific and technological growth is now one of the leading global scientific forces and is giving fierce competition to developed countries such as the U.S. This infographic tries to capture the recent trends and developments of the nation.
Aug 10, 2024
Looking forward to attending academic conferences this season? Here are 15 tips that will help you maximize your conference experience.
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The ICMJE has put together guidelines and principles regarding the use of AI in conducting and reporting research. Let’s dive into the key recommendations in this article.
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If you heavily rely on conventional (frequentist) statistical tests like t-tests or ANOVAs in your research, it’s important to understand the principles behind the null hypothesis and NHST. Keeping in mind the shortcomings of NHST will help you guard against exaggerating or misinterpreting your results, and guide you in crafting a balanced and insightful report of your research.
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Female researchers doing fieldwork navigate unique risks that can impact their ability to contribute to scientific progress. By delving into the articles featured here, we embark on a journey to understand the challenges they face and advocate for their safety and success.
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The traditional boundaries that separated the “scientist” from “society” are rapidly disappearing. Here we provide a few reasons why scientists may need to incorporate training science communication or look for support. Some helpful reading resources are also provided at the end.
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As a group leader, you have the potential to make a difference in your lab today, supporting diversity and fostering a collaborative global scientific community. As someone with authority, group leaders must always maintain an atmosphere where foreign researchers do not need to fit in and toss away their individuality. An open mindset to welcome people from different backgrounds can work wonders for a lab.
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A vigilant approach toward avoiding the citation of retracted papers can help safeguard the integrity of scholarly discourse, By incorporating these strategies, you can contribute to the improvement of the reliability and credibility of scientific literature, while safeguarding yourself from perpetuating the errors or fraud of retracted literature.
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Biomedical researchers often find themselves navigating through complex statistical methods to make sense of their data. One such method that can be incredibly useful in analyzing relationships between variables is Kendall’s Tau. By understanding this simple yet powerful statistical measure, researchers can gain insights into the connections between variables, ultimately advancing our understanding of diseases, treatments, and patient outcomes.
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In this blogpost, we’ll take a look at how such analyses can be conducted, with a step-by-step explanation of the process.
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Dive into the dynamic realm of research methodologies with this video on prospective and retrospective study designs. The video explores the nuances that distinguish these approaches, offering valuable insights into how we shape and understand scientific inquiry.
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This infographic, created by Mind the Graph, lists 5 tips on how you may harness the power of AI while upholding the principles of integrity and transparency.
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Algorithms and custom software need to be employed to make sense of the data, to identify patterns or trends and to glean insights. But, even after that, a visual representation can provide a lot more perspectives than an array of numbers. Read more to find out how.
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Bayesian information borrowing allows you to leverage existing knowledge from related studies or domains. Read this post to understand Bayesian information borrowing in detail, and steps and precautions to take for Bayesian information borrowing.
Dec 13, 2023
This is a list of 11 reading resources that will will help you express your research confidently in English through simple, practical tips on how to avoid common mistakes and make your writing clear and impactful.
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For an early career researcher, such as a PhD student or post-doc, leaving the lab over the holiday may not be an option. Here are some ways to get research work done and still enjoy the holidays.
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This is an excerpt from an article by a researcher who had an interesting and humbling cultural experience while pursuing her postdoctorate in a native English--speaking country while herself being a non-native English speaker.
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We''ll take you into the world of Bayesian methods and how they can be your secret weapon for efficient and effective data cleaning.
Nov 3, 2023
The supplemental data are crucial to many papers. This post answers some common questions about supplemental data, how they can help you, how they can be used responsibly, and some best practices.
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This article explains what is survival analysis, its uses, how to conduct a survival analyses, and some best practices.
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Dr. Sridhar Gutam, senior scientist at ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, India, and founder of “Open Access India” shares insights into the open access movement in India.
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In this blog post, we’ll explore what basket trials are, their significance, and the crucial considerations for statistical analysis within this innovative framework.
Oct 25, 2023
While OA initiatives have brought down barriers to information access, the extent to which they have genuinely achieved universal accessibility is debated. This exploration delves into the current state of OA, deliberating on achievements, complexities, and potential solutions to problems.
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In this blogpost, we’ll explore different types of cluster analysis, its real-world applications, and its pros and cons as a tool to navigate the complex landscape of biomedical data.
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The task of writing a book (or a monograph) is bound to appear daunting, but the trick to completing it is to divide it into manageable chunks and to follow a systematic process. Read on to find how!
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In this blogpost, we describe some valuable strategies for biomedical researchers eager to enhance their analytical prowess.
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On the occasion of International Peer Review Week, ScienceTalks and Editage jointly invited experts to answer questions about peer review. Here are the top questions posed to the “Ask Me Anything” panel that included Joan Marsh, Matthew Hodgkinson, and Jadranka Stojanovski.
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Dr Helen Buckley Woods, Research Fellow at Research on Research Institute, shares her findings and thoughts on new developments in peer review and how different schools of thought can reshape peer review in the future.
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Read this post to understand science communication, why it's important, and tips for effectively communicating your scientific research.
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In this blogpost, we’ll explore the magic of Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) and how to leverage its potential in biomedical research, starting with a quick explanation of what MCMC actually is.
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In this video, we’ll guide you through structuring your ideas logically, emphasizing the significance of subsections, in order to enhance the impact of your research.
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Accurate attribution is one of the guiding principles of academic integrity ensuring that credit is given where credit is due. Here we offer some tips on how to avoid citation errors and biases while writing your manuscript.
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Statistical analysis is an integral part of biomedical research, but it’s often difficult to choose the right test to run. In this guide, we’ll delve into when and how to use these tests effectively, armed with examples from biomedical research.
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This post looks at the relavence of style guides in today's digital world, talks about subject-specific style manuals and general-purpose style manuals, and explains why it still holds the same importance for researchers as it did decades ago.
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Are you an author or contributor? Is this a question that often occurs to you? This article explains CRediT, short for Contributor Roles Taxonomy, to help you with properly filling the CRediT statement while journal submissions.
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This post acts as your go-to guide about standardized coefficients -- what are they, when are they needed, how to interpret, and much more.
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Relationships between variables are tested using correlation, association, or regression analysis. In this post, we’ve looked at some important precautions for such analyses, to ensure your findings are reliable and provide high-quality evidence.
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In this article, we’re going to talk about visual abstracts—what they are, what the different types are, how they help to enhance the communication of results, and what their overall impact is.
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The dominance of English language presents unique challenges for non-native English speakers who are part of the global academic community. This post explores some of those challenges and how they can be handled.
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In this blog post, we’ll explore four key practices to maximize the potential of your ANOVAs.
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Data dredging refers to the practice of exploring data exhaustively, trying out different combinations and analyses until a statistically significant result is found, purely by chance. Read on to find out more about the pitfalls of data dredging and how to avoid falling into the trap.
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This article discusses the devices—headings and subheadings, typical connecting words, phrases, and punctuation marks—that show how sentences and paragraphs form a coherent whole and make clearer to readers the overall structure of a piece of writing and the underlying logic implicit in the writer’s mind.
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Have you ever wondered whether collecting data at multiple time points from the same set of subjects could introduce some bias into your results? Well, repeated measures analysis is a statistical technique that allows us to examine changes in a variable over time while taking into account the correlated nature of the measurements. Read this article to find out the details.
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In this article, we delve into the world of research challenges in medicine and provide valuable insights from seasoned professionals who have successfully tackled these hurdles.
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This article discusses how to intelligently use datasets, software, hardware, publications, and educational resources to improve the open science ecosystem.
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Soft skills encompass a wide range of abilities, including communication, teamwork, problem-solving, adaptability, and leadership. This article lists some essential soft skills for researchers and a few tips to excel in them.
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This article highlights the dangers that paper mills pose and how well-meaning researchers can avoid their pitfalls.
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The infographic presents important biases in qualitative research that researchers should be aware of when they conduct a qualitative study, and tips on how to avoid such biases.
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ScienceTalks spoke to Dr. Kevin Padian about his views on science communication and how improved communication can help address trust in science, a major source of suffering during the pandemic.
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This blogpost introduces various statistical methods you can use to mitigate the challenges of missing and incomplete data in observational studies and clinical trials.
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This blog post explores what Bayesian adaptive designs are, how they work, and why they are becoming increasingly popular in medical and life science research.
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In this post, Dr Haidy Effat explains how biostatistics and biostatisticians can enhance the quality of clinical research as well as patient care.
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In this blog post, we will discuss five terms that researchers need to use with caution, to ensure that readers accurately understand their findings and are not misled.
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This article discusses the benefits of calculating incidences and prevalences, and the best practices for it.
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This is a conversation with Dr. Monika Sobocan about the different kinds of variables in biomedical research and how to work with them.
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This is Gayatri's story about being the lone researcher in her lab for a major part of her bench work during her ongoing PhD. Despite the initial loneliness, she decided to count her blessings. Read to know how she was pleasantly surprised by the steep learning curve.
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This is a conversation with Joris van Rossum (Product Director, STM) about how the hub came into being, what it has been doing so far, and what it hopes to achieve.
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This article is a summary of why you should try to engage with policymakers and how you can make a real impact.
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This is a conversation with Dr. Asli Telli is Associate Professor and a Research Associate through a remote fellowship at WISER, Witwatersrand University, South Africa, about her thoughts on mentoring.
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This is a list of 5 interesting articles that explore human responses to specific stimuli and how these reactions can impact us both physically and mentally.
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In a previous article, Dr. Mindy Levine shared excellent guidelines on what reviewers look for in a grant proposal. This article expands on those tips and will guide researchers looking to increase their odds of having a grant successfully funded.
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There are several myths and misconceptions around mentors and mentoring. This infographic busts 6 common myths around mentoring.
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ChatGPT, an AI chatbot released by tech company OpenAI is making immense foray in academia. The authorship of research papers and preprints are being credited to the chatbot, sparking reactions from researchers, publishers, and journal editors. Here's a post answering the question if ChatGPT can be the co-author of your research paper.
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Several technical terms in the field of chemistry may be misused or confused with other similar terms. Here are some common errors of this type that researchers often make.
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In this post, our senior editor has answered some of the most pressing questions about ChatGPT.
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With the rapid expansion of knowledge, science needs to become increasingly collaborative. This article talks about some ways by which collaboration benefits research and researchers.
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Research visibility is an important aspect of research, learn techniques to increase the relevance of your work.
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In this post, we have listed some writing resources that will help any research chemist, and indeed, many other scientists.
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Up to 52 papers published by Gregg L. Semenza, one of the 2019 laureates for Physiology or Medicine, have been scrutinized for potential image manipulation. This article elaborates the case and talks about the implications going forward.
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It was a joy to see the researcher community excitedly exchanging their thoughts and views on the theme of Peer Review Week 2022. A few researchers went out of their way to share their thoughts on research integrity and peer review with us through short video clips. It’s great to see how passionate they are about upholding integrity in research and peer review!
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Researchers’ struggle with academic writing is a well-recognized problem in academia and research shows that lack of time and stress or anxiety are the root cause of the problem. Over the past few years, writing groups have seen a surge in academia. Read more to find out why more researchers are joining writing groups and how do writing groups support the academic writing process for researchers.
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On August 25, 2022, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) of the US released a memorandum titled “Ensuring Free, Immediate, and Equitable Access to Federally Funded Research.” This article highlights the key points of this memorandum.
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Here's Gayatri Ramachandran's personal account of the challenges faced while communicating her struggles of PhD life to her family and misconceptions about life during PhD.
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Adhering to the guidelines prescribed by an exhaustive manual such as the American Psychological Association Manual (APA) of Style can be daunting. Here’s a cheat sheet to help you cover some of the most basic instructions.
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Every year, the Peer Review Week (PRW) revolves around a theme that focuses on a specific aspect of the peer review process. This year, the PRW committee invited the global academic and scholarly publishing community to vote on the theme. Check out the theme of the event in this post. Peer Review Week 2022 will be held virtually from September 19-23.
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The 44th annual meeting of the Society for Scholarly Publishing concluded on June 3, 2022, in Chicago, USA. This article talks about some of the key topics the event covered.
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If you’ve missed important updates from the scholarly publishing industry, we’ve got you covered! Here are the top 4 industry updates for this week.
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Plan S, an open access publishing initiative, was launched in 2018 and is a major step toward making research readily freely and readily available to everyone. Here's a timeline of all developments related to Plan S, from conception to implementation and beyond.
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Read this article to learn the ABCs of science communication. The article covers everything you need to understand how science communication works and what you need to do regardless of your scientific field of expertise.
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Twenty-seven years ago, German researchers discovered the fossil of a 120-million-year-old dinosaur in northern Brazil. In December 2020, a group of scientists confirmed with their publication in Cretaceous Research that the fossil is that of the earliest feathered dinosaur (named Ubirajara jubatus) in the Southern Hemisphere who was not related to birds. The discovery, instead of creating excitement, sparked a controversy which has now become a hot potato in the scientific community.
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Given the pressure on researchers to publish and that too in a foreign language, many non–English-speaking researchers may write the paper in their first language and then use a software program to translate it into English. But it's far from easy. It generates weird phrases called "tortured phrases".
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In early 2020, Nature announced an opportunity for authors to publish their peer-review exchanges with reviewers as an attempt to bring transparency to the peer review process, and nearly half of the authors who published in Nature last year opted for this option.
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Just over a year ago, the UK government and the European (EU)Commission finalized a long-awaited trade dealthat crystalized UK’s status in EU Commission’s funding programs post Brexit. However, the deal hasn’t been officially set in motion yet given the ongoing political negotiations around the Northern Ireland protocol.
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Academic freedom is a complex concept encompassing both rights and duties of researchers, teachers, students, and research/educational institutions. To appreciate and uphold this principle, it is essential to be aware of what it truly means and its real-life implications.
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Academic research is an exciting but challenging profession, and researchers often struggle to manage their work and personal life responsibilities. Find out how a researcher came up with a strategy to do this with minimal stress.
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This article discusses findings from a recent survey on how COVID-19 has affected the lives of PhD supervisors.
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How can you decide whether reading a full paper is worth your time and what can you do to understand and evaluate a paper efficiently? This articles shares some overall tips to do so.
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To start Peer Review Week 2021 on an exciting note, we decided to kick off Day 1 by reaching out to members of the scholarly publishing community who’ve been kind enough to share their views, anecdotes, and suggestions on facilitating diversity in peer review.
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A concept paper is a preliminary document that sets out to explain what a proposed study is about, why it is being undertaken, and how it will be carried out. Find out how to write it in using this detailed guide.
Jul 15, 2021
Are you looking for more – more time, more success, more opportunities? Here’s how you can get the #POWERofMORE.
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I asked some publication experts: What do researchers need? What is that missing piece that researchers need to become successful? And I received some really interesting and heartwarming responses, which I absolutely had to share with you! Don’t miss reading these and sharing your views on what you think.
Jun 15, 2021
There seem to be some unlikely similarities between celebrated chefs and successful researchers. But is there a recipe for success? Now there is. Take a look at this researcher-tested recipe with step-by-step instructions to bake the perfect manuscript muffin using the #POWERofMORE. My goal here is to give you the confidence to work on your research from scratch and deliver a masterpiece that is appreciated by journal editors, peer reviewers and peers alike.
Jun 14, 2021
Don’t we all want more? You can now access the MORE and achieve that which seemed just a few inches away from reach. Wondering how? Grab an invite to the big reveal!
Jun 7, 2021
Now a group of members from eLife, Wiley, PLOS, the Center for Open Science, the University of Edinburgh, Nature Portfolio, Cell Press, and Science have come together to put forth the MDAR framework – Materials, Design, Analysis, Reporting.
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When I accepted my first academic job as an assistant professor of criminology, I packed up my home and left my friends and family to begin a new chapter of my life 250 miles away. The new position came with challenges, but it was also difficult to grapple with the loneliness I was feeling. My colleagues in the department were supportive and collegial, administrators and my peers and at the college were welcoming. But, at the end of the week, I was alone.
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Last week, the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) announced the retraction of 68 articles from three of its titles – RSC Advances, RSC Medicinal Chemistry, and Food and Function – on grounds of falsified research.
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As life forced many of us to move from one type of daily normal to another, we have all been tasked with keeping the wheels of productivity turning. Many are desperately trying to fit into this new sense of remote productivity, even if they end up feeling like a round hole being forced into a square peg!
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Posgraduate student numbers have been increasing every year, but have teaching faculty numbers kept pace? Also, has the faculty process has been clearly thought through and communicated to both staff and students, particularly to postgraduate supervisors? This article explores some interesting questions and proposes a model for officiating the boundaries of supervisor-student relationships.
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The words “published in a peer reviewed journal” are sometimes considered as the gold standard in science. But any professional scientist will tell you that the fact an article has undergone peer review is a long way from an ironclad guarantee of quality.
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Is the need for speed and urgency being balanced by the need for quality in peer review during COVID-19? This article briefly explores this question.
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Transparent luminescent materials have several applications; but so far, few multicolor light–emitting solid transparent materials exist in which the color of emission is tunable. Now, a team of scientists from Japan has developed an unprecedented mechanism to tune the photoemission of a solid polymeric film—controlling the flow of protons in it by applying a voltage. Their study provides fresh insights into the creation of more efficient multicolor transparent luminescent materials.
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I had moved full circle - from the desire to do research, to clinical practice and on to inquiring, exploring and creating a cohesive idea from other people’s research. I became the person on the other end of the spectrum, moving information out of academia and into the hands of people who wanted to use it. I think I finally found my niche!
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Russia registered the world’s first vaccine against the SARS CoV-2 virus named Sputnik V. The decision was met with outrage as many researchers around the world opine that the vaccine has been rolled out without the completion of phase three trials.
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In the race to publishing success, journal selection is one of the most confusing, yet crucial, hurdles researchers have to jump. Take a look at the key points to consider when choosing a target journal for manuscript submission.
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But then my way of life was disrupted abruptly and terribly — I suffered a stroke while I was at home, eagerly waiting to start my PhD in the US.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to the fore the importance of a thriving scientific ecosystem for dealing with global crises. Kaushik Biswas discusses how innovative scientific endeavours are paving the way for better prevention and treatment strategies for this rapidly-spreading disease.
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Alzheimer’s disease progressively degrades a person’s memory and cognitive abilities, often resulting in dementia. Amid efforts to find novel treatments for this disease, a recent breakthrough study by scientists from Japan shows that oxytocin—the hormone that we commonly know to induce feelings of love and well-being—can also effectively reverse some of the damage caused by amyloid plaques in the learning and memory center of the brain in an animal model of Alzheimer’s.
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For a while, I felt demotivated thinking about my previous academic accomplishments. But I also knew that getting a PhD degree would help alleviate the sense of failure I associated with my academic progress.
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I was self-sponsoring and even without the equipment, my research would have dug deep into my pockets. How I wish I had the money to carry out my research!
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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has halted an innovative coronavirus testing program by a Seattle research team that first detected the spread of COVID-19 in the US.
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5-steps to pen the right title for your manuscript
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I am a researcher from an ordinary public university in South Brazil. For many of you who follow the news, this simple information speaks for itself. My colleagues and I do research with the minimum of everything - except for strength of purpose. That, thankfully, we researchers have in abundance.
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Many researchers are experiencing anxiety while trying to work from home during the COVID-19 lockdown. This aricle shares some tips to deal with these distressful period.
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Cactus Communications announced the launch of covid19.researcher.life, a platform that not only offers researchers access to the latest research and information on COVID-19 but also allows them to collaborate and share potential hypotheses and challenges with researchers from other disciplines.
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Springer Nature has committed to joining Plan S after cOAlition S announced revised guidelines for the implementation of Plan S. With this decision, Nature and Nature-branded journals will eventually become fully open access.
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At times it may be difficult to work with your supervisor. To help you establish and maintain a healthy relationship, check out this post for some great tips.
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China’s science and education ministries have released a new document aimed at improving the research landscape of the country.
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Self-care is a rather broad concept and if you’ve never consciously focused on yourself, it might be difficult for you to know how to practice it. Did you know that there are several types of self-care? Let’s understand what these are and how to practice them.
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Who do you have the longest, actually a lifelong, relationship with? Yourself! This Valentine’s Day, we would like you to be your own valentine and take care of yourself, to feel more confident and energized along each turn of your research journey.
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Lithium ion batteries find wide applications in everyday use objects, but the number of ions that can be stored in their graphite anodes is limited. Prof. Jun Kang from National Korea Maritime and Ocean University reveal a novel technique whereby silicon can be combined with carbon to counter this limitation.
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Over the past few years, mental health in academia has begun to receive more and more attention—a welcome development since mental health concerns among researchers had not been traditionally investigated although research has always been anecdotally known as a high-stress profession.
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If you ever feel so depressed that you start questioning yourself and your place in academia, and worry about failure, these priceless positive nuggets will cheer you up. They will give you the courage to go on and achieve your dreams.
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In 2019, we published several learning-based content pieces and answered the questions posted by you on the Q&A forum. We thought it would be interesting to share with you which of these were viewed the most by our readers across the globe. Read on to find out if you missed reading any of these.
Dec 30, 2019
Environmental scientists are always in search of new tools that can better characterize the Earth’s surface. In a new study published in Scientific Reports, a group of researchers in the US and Japan reported that Himawari-8, a new-generation geostationary satellite, was able to acquire cloud-free observations and capture the seasonal changes of vegetation more accurately than before.
Dec 27, 2019
A recently discovered autoimmune disease is the IgG4-related disease that affects millions and has no known cure. Previous research indicates that T cells and the immunoglobulin IgG4 are key causative factors, but their mechanism of action has been unclear. Now, scientists from Tokyo University of Science have explored this pathway and brought to light new targets for therapy.
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A team of researchers at Chung-Ang University, Korea, has developed a new type of technology for converting static electricity into electrical energy. This technology offers several advantages over existing ones, in addition to being energy-efficient and environment-friendly, creating hope for a more sustainable society.
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Writing grant proposals can be a difficult process, involving significant amounts of time, resources, and energy until the proposal is successfully submitted. This article provides insights into the ten things you should do to ensure success.
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In a breakthrough study, a group of scientists in Japan showed unique magnetic transitions in structures similar to quasicrystals. This is a huge achievement in the field of materials science as it opens doors to advancements in quasicrystal research and various potential applications.
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This article centers on the provisional application for patent.
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Editage Insights just completed six years as a global platform for researchers and publishing professionals. Here’re a bunch of things we’re doing to make our birthday special, and each of these has something interesting for you!
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The principal scientific advisor to the Indian government recently shared that the country would not adopt Plan S and would instead develop an open access framework that keeps Indian academia and its needs in mind.
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A group of scientists from Japan has made an α-gel with a compound resembling a main component of the moisture-holding layer on our skin. The characteristics of this α-gel indicate that it will make possible environment-friendly and effective skincare products at low energy-costs.
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This post presents the key results from the Grant Review in Focus report, a global survey by Publons on grant peer revieweing
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Cactus Foundation has launched a global mental health survey for researchers
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Scientists uncover new genetic pathways leading to antibiotic resistance in Escherichia coli, which can be targeted to remove that resistance
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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has resolved to reduce and eventually eliminate the need and funding of animal-based research for testing the toxicity of chemicals.
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Sense about Science's Peer Review Survey 2019 unveils interesting points and insights about the peer review system. It also lays down several action paths to make the system even more robust.
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Your first peer review experience might have been smooth, or it might have been diastrous. Regardless, it is one that has stuck with you as you advance in your academic journey. Here, PhD student Anna Leigh Crofts shares her first experience with journal submission and peer review, and the things she learned in the process.
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About six years ago, when I became a university lecturer in Nigeria, I was suddenly faced with a difficult situation. I was forced to “publish or perish” in international journals. It was at this time that I began to tango with peer review.
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The peer review system is based on a mutual relationship. Sometimes there are glitches and broken links, and sometimes mutualisms turn into antagonisms. But is the whole concept of peer review flawed and unjust, just because some people don’t play nice? More importantly, can these issues simply be fixed by paying reviewers for the time spent reviewing?
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Elsevier is investigating potential cases of coercive citation in papers reviewed by a section of its academics.
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The aggregation of amyloid protein fibrils is involved in diseases such as amyloidosis and even Alzheimer’s. A group of Japanese scientists has explored the use of free-electron laser to break down these aggregates. This technique could be used for treatment of diseases that involve amyloid protein aggregation.
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Public trust in science has grown recently among the US citizens reveals a recent survey. The findings also throw light on the people’s perception on various aspects of science.
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Are you confused between some elements of a research paper? Do you often mistake one for another? This article lists some of the most commonly confused elements of a research paper and the differences that set them apart.
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I am currently in the writing phase of my PhD and have been working hard towards completing my thesis. Here, I have compiled an actual to-do list, based on how I spend an average day, along with a couple of variations and exceptions.
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Over the last few years, I have wondered several times if my supervisors were ever graduate students at some point in their lives. It doesn’t really feel like it. So I decided to write a letter to my future self – who is probably a research supervisor – to remember what being a graduate student is like.
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In my second term at Cambridge, one of the trainers in the Researcher Development Programme asked me: “Do you think that you are not smart enough for Cambridge?” Sadly, my answer was yes, and thus began my struggle with the impostor phenomenon.
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Quitting academia comes with strong feelings of mourning for me. I am sad about all the cells I will never patch, and about missing the excitement of cutting slices and seeing gorgeous layers of neurons. I even mourn the ideas that I won’t get to turn into experiments, at least for now.
Jun 26, 2019
The third year of your PhD is weird. You’ve passed your qualifying exams, probably have a focus for your thesis, and the second half of grad school lies ahead, glittering with possibility. And yet, it feels like you only have a few years left to complete everything you want to do. This is somewhat how my third year of PhD life panned out.
Jun 24, 2019
Back in school, one Mr. Alan Bootle gave me a very important lesson on believing in myself, having confidence in my abilities, and believing that I am better than I think. This positivity has really stuck with me ever since and is a motto that I live by in everything I do, including PhD life.
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For outsiders, it might seem that I easily balance my two roles. After all I recovered from pneumonia, won a boat race, and am mostly on track with my academic work. But the truth is I feel as if I’m constantly behind schedule and barely keeping up appearances. So here, I’d like to share what this rather overcommitted schedule brings to my PhD life.
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While most of my job involves sitting at a desk, I am fortunate that for three months a year I live in a tent, explore remote places, and dig fossil bones out of the earth. But, being a field-based female scientist, and balancing work with family has always been a juggle that has required a lot of creative solutions.
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My age insecurities, my natural shyness and tendency to use class time to its fullest has been working against me in terms of finding “my people.” I’m sure that I’ll find them eventually, but I must say it is hard feeling so out-of-place all the time.
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November and early December were a bit of a blur for me. I found myself socially, physically, and mentally withdrawing from anything that wasn’t getting my work done. Now that the big deadlines have passed, I’m tired. I keep looking at the remaining tasks thinking, “Can’t I just take a break?”
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While I certainly would call myself a procrasti-baker in the most obvious sense of the word – I am certainly guilty of spending my time baking to avoid the mounds of writing and researching I should be attending to – I realized today that it goes much deeper than that.
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This past summer was supposed to be my “push to the finish line” and “bring ‘er home” summer. I was originally supposed to submit my thesis on Friday, September 29 – but things got a little complicated and I needed an extension. Clearly, the universe had other plans for my summer.
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It has been a whole week since I handed in my PhD thesis! This is a huge milestone for any PhD student and something to be celebrated, to be proud of, and embrace being done with writing. But it didn’t take me long to start feeling really weird…
Jun 12, 2019
After finishing the first year of my PhD program, I spent all summer trying to reflect on what exactly happened. However, I wasn’t able to reflect on what I learned until I actually saw the changes in myself during the first week of my second year. Here, I would like to share with you 10 personal reflections from my first year as a PhD student.
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When I meet another person pursuing their PhD, I am almost always tempted to ask them, “So, what brings you here?” This might actually interest me more than their research topic. I exaggerate, but it’s something I think about quite a lot. This interest in other people’s motivations might stem from my own preoccupation with why I am pursuing a PhD.
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I’m in graduate school, and I often struggle with feeling like an impostor. When I get caught up in these low moments of being especially hard on myself and worrying that I’m not good enough, I try to take a moment to remind myself where I currently am, and also reflect on how exactly I made it to this position.
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When I started graduate school, the Director of Graduate Studies explained to me and my fellow first-years that the key determinant of PhD success is not brain power but “Sitzfleisch,” i.e., the ability to sit for incredibly long periods of time. And today, 3.5 years later, I have gotten pretty sick of sitting—and all the frustration that goes with it.
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Of all of my experiences, I have found that teaching in college was the hardest because of my age. I was 29 when I became an adjunct professor, but I did not look a day over 21. The looks I got when I walked into class on the first day, were enough to spook the faint-hearted.
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Undertaking a PhD can feel sometimes like one of those impossible tasks set to unfortunate protagonists in fairy tales. You can never read every book, every article, or attend every lecture or every conference. You have to give it your best shot, of course, but it is an endless task.
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Today marks one year since I touched down on Jordanian soil to begin PhD fieldwork. And it also happens to be my 25th birthday. And guess what? Both of these markers terrify me!
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I had the viva part of my Early Stage Assessment yesterday and I’m relieved to say that I passed. Everyone was telling me that no one fails and it’d be fine, that I’d breeze through it, but somehow that made things worse. It kind of escalated the pressure, because what if I was that bad that I didn’t “breeze through?”
May 30, 2019
I first stumbled across astronomy by reading Stephen Hawking’s ‘A Brief History of Time,’ and countless documentaries on the Discovery channel. I was fascinated by it all. But unanswered questions about the universe, like dark matter and how galaxies formed, are what really got me hooked!
May 30, 2019
Often when I’m speaking to young women in STEM, the subject of having kids comes up in conversation. And I take every one of these conversations as an opportunity to dismantle the myth that a tenure-track academic career is incompatible with having a family. I know because I speak from experience.
May 30, 2019
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Sometimes doing a PhD can feel like a form of madness when you are working and mothering small needy people full time. Why on earth would I take on such a huge time- and soul- and brain-consuming project when I already have several demands on my time, soul, and brain already?
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It has been a little over a year since I said goodbye to Scotland. Next week, I will officially become a second-year PhD student. Although this was the right decision, there was a gap of 3.5 years between my proactive decision to go after a PhD in the US and reaching Orientation Week. I have put a lot of time and effort into reaching this point, and so I am going to do my best to make the PhD worth it.
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While talking to one of my committee members, I learned that by appearing nervous while making a presentation, I come across to the audience as uninterested in my research. Hearing this was very hurtful and disheartening because the truth is that I actually find my research extremely engaging and fulfilling.
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What has your experience been so far with making friends in grad school? Do you have friends outside of your lab? Your department? Your program? My grad program is pretty social, but my actual cohort is not.
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Once you’ve done something that’s got you results, writing the analysis should be easy, right? After all, it’s you who has done the work, you know why you did it, you know how you did it, you know your results and conclusions. So what is so difficult? I have no idea, but I found this process very challenging.
May 21, 2019
Why is the PhD, more often than not, framed as a long, arduous, lonely trudge, as opposed to a challenging, stimulating, and ultimately empowering thing? Why isn’t there more emphasis on what the PhD offers a scholar; the ups rather than the downs? I’d like to share some of my thoughts on this.
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I wasn’t sure how I’d feel after defending my PhD. Would I be disillusioned and depressed? Most people finish their PhDs in a flurry of advancing deadlines and semi-realistic expectations. But, I felt an acute absence of stress as I worked through my thesis chapters. The ending was slightly anticlimactic.
May 21, 2019
When it comes to writing a research proposal, an assignment, or an academic paper, you tend to worry: you wonder whether you are making errors of spelling, grammar, punctuation, or word usage. To help you convey your views and information to your readers clearly and concisely, this article presents 6 actionable tips. So read on!
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A while ago, even though I love academic research, I began to understand that I was becoming what my dad would call a ‘stagnant postdoc.’ This is a post-doctoral researcher with no prospects for the future apart from being just that - a post-doc. I wasn't too comfortable with this thought and knew that it was only a matter of time before I'd have to make a tough decision about my future.
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What if you could proactively help your publisher - your editor, your reviewers, everyone who will ever handle your manuscript during the publication process? As it turns out you can. Here are 6 short tips to make sure you help your publisher help you.
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My week started off with a trip to the ultrasound place. The moment the nurse put the wand onto my stomach, we looked up and saw that we were going to have a baby boy – I couldn’t be happier! I was positive that this was going to be my big news for the week, but it seems that life also had other plans.
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I said no for a whole year - I didn’t plan it that way, it just happened. I realized a couple months ago, when I took on a few new things, that I had pointedly avoided taking on anything new or extra for over a year, since before my baby was born.
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Anxiety ebbs and flows. One week you can feel super chilled, and the next, you suddenly start feeling on edge all of the time. This week, I am on the edge.
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When I was in grad school, I felt like I wasn’t good enough and at the same time that I deserved to have it all – perfect grades, grants, awards, fantastic publications, a great social life, and a happy family. My way of trying to achieve this was by acting tough, and for awhile, I feel like it actually kind of worked.
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Graduation is exciting! You made it! It paid off! Then there is this weird haze where time passes as you re-enter the human existence. Because you have worked so hard for years before graduation, the year after graduation is spent reintroducing yourself to your friends, family, and co-workers. And once the haze wears off, the depression can set in.
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So, exactly one month ago today, I was on my way to my very first day as a PhD-er. I was a bundle of nerves, terrified I was going to get lost in the roundabouts of Milton Keynes and full of imposter syndrome-itis. But thankfully, it all turned out fine and I ended up learning so much!
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About 40% research-intensive institutes consider journal impact factors when evaluating the performance of their academic staff, reveals a survey of 129 North American institutions.
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Karen Uhlenbeck wins the Abel Prize, becoming the first woman ever to win the honour. Her contributions have led to some of the most notable developments in the field of mathematics and she has become a role model for women in academia.
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Newer forms of unethical practices are on the rise in the acdemic publishing world, taking unsuspecting authors by surprise. When a dissatisfied author gives a negative rating to an online plagiarism check service vendor, the vendor publishes her paper anonymously to settles scores. When the author tries to publish her paper, it gets rejected on the grounds of duplicate submission.
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Your research project must attempt to fill in a gap in knowledge to make a novel contribution to science. For your article get published in an influential journal, you must explore an unfathomed area of your research field. This article is your easy guide to identifying research gaps.
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Mental health is, unfortunately, a ‘taboo’ topic within the research sphere. Quite often, you find that people don’t talk about this at all. Students don’t talk about it with their supervisors, with each other, and many times, they don’t even admit it to themselves if they feel that something is not quite right. I think this is a really important topic and I'd like to share my views on it here.
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The longest government shutdown in the U.S. history has come to a temporary end but what impact has it had on the federal agencies in the country? Read on to know more.
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Like many others who have traversed academia before me, my journey includes a lot of grappling with my own mental health. It is no secret that life as a graduate student is inherently challenging. And it’s worn down both my mental and physical health.
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I feel that academic life is notoriously insecure. It seems like we’re constantly scrambling for grant funding, pushing manuscripts through the arduous process of peer review, and attempting to find pots of money to fund conference attendance so that we can leave our desks behind for a few days. So if academic life is so difficult, why do I do it?
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A journal editor discovers an overlap between one of his journal’s published articles and two other articles published in different journals. The editor suspects that this is a case of salami slicing, What action does he take against this? Read on to find out more.
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The social sciences are often considered irrelevant as a field of study in India. So, when I decided to pursue the social sciences after completing my secondary education, instead of the hard sciences, I got questioning looks. But I promised myself that I’d never let any of this deter me.
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Many researchers struggle when it comes to writing literature review for their research paper. A literature review is a comprehensive overview of all the knowledge available on a specific topic till date. This article provides detailed guidelines and tips to write and structure your literature review perfectly.
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Editage has now released a new report highlighting geographic patterns in author attitudes toward open access publishing titled “Geographic Trends in Attitudes to Open Access: Findings from the Editage Global Author Survey 2018.” It takes a deeper look into the open access–specific data collected in the survey and showcases the views of authors from the seven most represented countries in the survey: China, Brazil, Japan, South Korea, India, the U.S.A., and the U.K. Read on to know more.
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I started a full-time, tenure track position, and I felt I couldn’t complain about that much at work, so I turned to Twitter. At the outset, I didn’t expect this to be anything more than a way to blow off steam, to be honest. And I really wasn’t prepared for the virtual engagement that ensued.
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While the findings of your study form the foreground of your research, it is equally important to establish the background of your study. This article covers the basics of writing the background and explains how it is different from the literature review.
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Did you know that in 2018, around 3 million articles were published? That the accessibility to content is now at its record high today? The scholarly communication industry is dynamic and to understand it better, it is vital to keep pace with the latest trends and updates. The STM report published by the International Association of Scientific, Technical and Medical Publishers is a great source of information for everyone involved in scholarly publishing. This article will present some of the most remarkable highlights of this report.
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At the beginning of my grad school career, I would relax the entire Saturday and save all my work for Sunday. But this did not work for me. I would spend too much time swimming in guilt over what I should have done and how little time I gave myself to do certain tasks. Eventually, I realized that I needed to revise my weekends to get most of my work out of the way early on, and to prevent my continual Sunday night panic. Here is what my PhD weekend looked like this week...
Nov 6, 2018
Looking back on my very short career so far in science I have realized that above all, one key to success is mentorship. This is especially true as a woman in science, as we truly do stand on the shoulders of the female scientists that came before us. I have been extraordinarily lucky to have fantastic mentorship throughout my studies and lab work which has also translated into my non-professional life. Because of this...
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Impostor syndrome isn’t a diagnosable thing, but it certainly impacts the way people view themselves…and I imagine those predisposed to mental health issues like depression and anxiety are more susceptible. I also deal with both of those things, to a degree. Here, I talk about the imposter syndrome and how it has affected me.
Oct 29, 2018
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Imagine two instructors sitting around, working on a writing project, talking about students. They have taught so many classes that they have lost count. And they are frustrated. They are commiserating over students who don’t try, who won’t do the simplest thing, and yet complain about their grade and demand special consideration. But they sincerely want their students to succeed. In search of a safe outlet, one of them goes home, starts a Twitter account, and sends it to the other as a spur of the moment idea while cooking dinner.
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Research can be broadly classified into two categories, qualitative research and quantitative research. Quantitative research answers questions like "how much," while qualitative research adresses questions like "how" and "why." Qualitative research is a broad umbrella, with various kinds of techniques and ways of conducting such research. This article helps you understand the many ways to carry out qualitative research.
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The Methods section of a research article is like a roadmap leading to the core of the research, guiding the readers through the actual journey the authors took to reach their destination. In the manuscript, this section contains the essential details for other scientists to replicate the experiments of the study and help the common readers to understand the study better. This article shares some tips to make the Methods section of your manuscript interesting and informative.
Sep 18, 2018
Ethical declarations in research form an integral part during the submission process of a manuscript to a journal. During the submission process, there are several questions and statements that you as the author need to respond to before submission. Let us look at all of these one-by-one.
Sep 18, 2018
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Manuscript submission has surely become quicker and more efficient with the help of online submission systems. These submission systems have a tracking feature that helps authors track the progress of their manuscripts by the current status of the manuscript. However, these statuses can sometimes be difficult to comprehend and anxiety arousing for authors. This podcast will help you have a clear understanding of what different statuses mean and how you can understand what exactly is going on with your manuscript at the journal end.
Sep 14, 2018
While writing their research papers, many researchers are sligthly unclear about what they should include in the Results and Discussions sections. To effectively write both these sections you need to clearly understand the distinction between the two. This infographic explains the five main differences between these two sections of a manuscript.
Sep 14, 2018
A research paper abstract help readers decide whether they would like to read your entire paper and helps journal editors decide if your paper is worth spending their time and money on. Since it plays such a decisive role in determining the fate of your paper, you need to write a persuasive abstract. This infographic contains 10 tips to help you write a brilliant abstract for your research paper.
Sep 14, 2018
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This year, during Peer Review Week, the scholarly publishing world will be abuzz with discussions about diversity in peer review. To capture the essence of the theme, we spoke to an enthusiastic bunch of researchers and industry professionals to seek their views on what diversity and inclusion in peer review meant to them and how journals could become more inclusive. This post summarizes their thoughts.
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When conducting literature search, do you feel uncertain about a source’s authenticity and credibility? In this article, we focus on identifying ‘scholarly’ sources for obtaining reliable information to be presented for academic work such as class assignments, dissertation, or thesis writing.
Jul 31, 2018
Jul 30, 2018
YouTube can be a great source of engaging science-related videos if you know where to look. This article lists the top 20 most fascinating YouTube channels for researchers and science buffs. This list has something for everyone – whether you’re fascinated by physics, captivated by chemistry, or astounded by the wonders of astronomy.
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No one prepared me for the worst possible outcome of a dissertation defense: Failure. Yet, after waiting outside in the hallway for over 90 minutes, I was certain of it. My advisor summoned me back into the room with a wave of the arm as he shook his head and glibly said, “You’re going to have to do it again.”
Jul 6, 2018
It is often daunting to write a good scientific manuscript that not only conveys your scientific accomplishments but also conveys them in a manner that is interesting and exciting to readers. For some, writing is an easy task; for others, it is a Herculean one. This article provides five actionable tips that will assist you in writing a reader-friendly manuscript.
Jul 5, 2018
Imagine that you have working tirelessly on a grant proposal keeping all the other work aside, and sent the proposal with a lot of hope. And then you are communicated that your proposal was rejected! This can be extremely disappointing. To avoid your grant proposal from being rejected, this article provides you with all the basic knowledge about grant proposals along with some great tips.
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An inspiring post in which an early-career researcher narrates her personal story and takes us through the ups and downs of her on-going journey as a PhD student. She also shares some valuable life lessons she picked up along the way.
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We are witnessing a boom in science publications that is both exciting and concerning. Is this deluge in publications taking us closer to unravelling unsolved problems? Or is it leading to a situation where finding relevant literature is like finding needle in a haystack? The article titled Research deluge — are researchers writing more yet contributing less? published as a guest post in Scholarly Kitchen explores concerning aspects around the exponential growth in the volume of publication in the recent years.
Jun 13, 2018
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May 31, 2018
The conflict between publishers and consortia around the world is showing no signs of ending. After the consortia (including universities and libraries) in Germany, France, and the Netherlands failed to renew their contracts with academic publishers, the Bibsam Consortium in Sweden became the most recent addition to this list. Read on to know why Sweden declared that it will not renew the agreement.
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Although statistics is one of the primary tools of biomedical research, its misuse and abuse, whether intentional or unintentional, is widespread. It is, in fact, increasingly being identified as one of the chief factors for manuscript rejection. This article looks closely at the reasons behind misuse of statistics and ways to fix this widespread problem in biomedical research.
May 21, 2018
The first and most important step in any research is to identify and delineate the research problem. However, many researchers find this task difficult. This article is a step-by-step guide to writing a statement of the problem for your research proposal.
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Late last month, North Korea vowed to shut down its nuclear test site, and the diplomatic talks that followed this move hinted at improved inter-Korea relations. These developments have led to optimistic speculations that North Korea might now take an interest in pursuing scientific endeavors more actively and improve its presence in international science.
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Do you know what the scholarly community was talking about this month? Our team of editors has compiled a list of the some great posts from around the web that include trending discussions on “zombie” papers, depression among researchers, fake acceptance letters from journals, and how competition and “Nobel lust” affects researchers’ choices.
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Most journals require authors to submit a cover letter along with each manuscript submitted for publication. Unfortunately, few authors are aware of the actual impact that a cover letter can have on the acceptance of their manuscript. Read on to find out how to make an impact with an effective cover letter.
Apr 18, 2018
Google Scholar is a tool researchers commonly use for conducting literature searches. This post shares eight great tips to help make your Google Scholar search more effective.
Apr 18, 2018
The Indian government recently announced the drafting of a policy, which includes a four-tier system, to penalize researchers engaging in academic plagiarism. This announcement has elicited mixed responses among researchers, some applauding the country’s first attempt to hold researchers accountable for research misconduct, some viewing it skeptically, and some others declaring it inaccurate. Read on to find more details.
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This post clarifies the role and nature of animal ethics boards or regulatory bodies that set down regulations to help ensure humane and ethical treatment of animals in research. It also shares some tips for you to write up your research proposal for an ethics board.
Mar 27, 2018
A series of unplanned events led me to a copy of Charlie Munger’s famous speech titled “The Psychology of Human Misjudgment” and got my brain whirring. In the speech he lists “24 Standard Causes of Human Misjudgment.” As someone who handles research manuscripts for a profession, the concepts Munger discusses in his speech made me think of their possible applications in research. So in this article, I want to present the three mistakes that researchers should be mindful of.
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The world of academia has caught the social media bug. Academics across varying career stages have taken to using Twitter to share a variety of messages, both professional and personal. We want to ensure that you stay on top of the world of academia by following trending hashtags and related discussions. This post provides you a quick roundup of academic discussions on Twitter you may have missed in February.
Feb 28, 2018
Feb 28, 2018
Sci-Hub, the site that provides free access to pirated academic papers, hit a bumpy road last year when it was ordered to pay damages worth $15 million to Elsevier and lost a lawsuit against American Chemical Society (ACS). Despite being ordered to shut down, Sci-Hub continues to operate through various domains and is increasingly attracting more traffic.
Feb 27, 2018
Before using animals for an experiment, you need to get approvals from relevant regulatory bodies and ethics boards. These bodies help ensure that animals used in research are handled ethically with respect and care. This article explains how federal and local or institutional animal research regulatory bodies function. Knowing this will help you prepare for your research on animals.
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Is getting published in a journal one of your goals for this year? Publishing in journals is vital for researchers, but the path to publication can be arduous if you do not plan well. To help you attain your goals, this article will provide a step-by-step process to help you create your own publication schedule, and make you aware of the possible outcomes after you submit your manuscript to a journal. So get ready to attain your publication goals!
Jan 30, 2018
According to 2018 Science & Engineering Indicators, a report published by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), China has left the U.S. behind to become the largest producer of scientific articles. Over the last few years, the volume of publications in China has increased exponentially; and it had been trailing the U.S. with regard to the number of publications. Find out more details on the areas where China is leading and those in which it is trailing the U.S.
Jan 24, 2018
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A consortium of 300 South Korean universities and college libraries has reached an agreement with publishing giant Elsevier after long negotiations and a series of disagreements. However, the consortium has clarified that it is not completely satisfied with the newer rates as well. Read on to find details on the terms of the agreement and how South Korea plans to negotiate for a better deal.
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The postdoctoral period is the springboard for an early career researcher before plunging into the independent scientific career. Therefore, finding the right mentor is crucial in culminating the postdoctoral period into a rewarding career move as well as a satisfying learning experience. This article provides tips and guidelines to help you make an informed choice before accepting a position in any lab.
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Despite only four years under our belt, Editage Insights attracts 200,000+ monthly readers, and our community is growing every day. To mark our anniversary, we want to reach out and celebrate our most engaged and interactive community members. In this post, we introduce 4 of our most engaged community members.
Dec 7, 2017
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On December 3, researchers discarded their work clothes for party wear as they attended the annual presentation of the Breakthrough Prizes, also known as the “Oscars of Science.” The Breakthrough Foundation announced the winners of the most lucrative award in science in a gala ceremony attended by academics and Hollywood celebrities at NASA’s Ames Research Center in California. Find out who the winners are what their contribution is.
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In addition to predatory journals and publishers, researchers now need to be wary of predatory conferences as well. But how does one know if a conference is legitimate or a fake one? The Think Check Attend checklist helps them identify legitimate conferences.
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There is a definitive shift in the publishing industry towards open access. The share of open access journal publishing is steadily increasing through the launch of new open access journals as well as a phenomenon called ‘flipping,’ wherein toll access or subscription-based journals are making a switch to gold open access. Why and when do publishers decide to flip to the open access model? What the consequences of this decision for the various stakeholders? This article analyzes these questions and speculates the future of open access publishing.
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Live tweeting not only helps raise awareness but also increases engagement and draws attention. Arming yourself with the right tools, preparing your tweets in advance, and planning well will help you live tweet your research effectively.
Oct 12, 2017
Apart from prestige and recognition, the Nobel Prize confers on its winners a significant cash award. What do the Nobel Laureates do with their prize money? Do they make expensive purchases for themselves, spend it for further research, or use it for a charitable cause? Read on to find out.
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The Ig Nobel Prizes honor “research that makes people laugh and then think.” Read on to know who were the winners of the prize for the year 2017 and what their curiosity-arousing research was.
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Editage Insights is attending the 2017 Peer Review Congress and this is a report of some of the sessions from the third day of the conference. The sessions presented during the first half of Day 3 discussed editorial and peer review process innovations. Read the report to know more.
Sep 15, 2017
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We all know that peer review is the most crucial part of the publication process. But finding peer reviewers is by no means an easy task. In this article, an experienced journal editor reveals how he selects peer reviewers, deals with declined review invitations, and works his way forward till he finally finds reviewers who accept the invitation.
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Chinese institutions have been known to offer incentives to faculty upon successful publication in reputed, peer-reviewed, high-impact-factor journals. It has recently come to light that, researchers from several other countries are enjoying similar benefits too. Read on to find out which countries incentivize researchers to get published in high impact factor journals.
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Last week, the U.S. government announced that it plans to bar its citizens from traveling to North Korea. This move is being contemplated due to the risk of "long-term detention in the country.” If the ban comes in to effect, North Korea’s Pyongyang University of Science and Technology (PUST) will face major repercussions as PUST’s President and about 40 faculty and lecturers are U.S. citizens.
Jul 26, 2017
Jul 26, 2017
Earlier this month, the Wall Street Journal and Campaign for Accountability accused Google of “paying academics to publish research favorable to the company’s policy and business positions—often without disclosure of the financial relationship.” However, the report has met with backlash from Google as well as the academics named in the report. Read on to know more about the controversial report and Google's response to it.
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This infographic depicts the journey of a manuscript from submission to publication in the conventional publishing model that includes the blinded peer review process.
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While Trump’s policies and China’s zeal to curb research misconduct continue to create a buzz, some other insightful discourses have also generated an interest among members of the academic community this month. In this post, our editors have curated an interesting bunch of stories for you to read.
Jun 30, 2017
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Editage has announced travel grants for journal editors from East Asia to attend the 10th Annual North American and European conferences of the International Society of Managing and Technical Editors (ISMTE). Read on for details about the prize amount and the application process.
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A lot has been happening in the scholarly circles this month: from Trump's first budget proposal, to NIH allowing preprints in grant applications, a sting operation exposing predatory publishers, and talks about different models of peer review.We want you to be tuned in to all the interesting happenings in academia. So here’s a list of snippets of some noteworthy news and publications from this month. Happy reading!
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Hindawi Publishing Corporation announced its decision of ending its membership in the STM Association citing "STM’s overwhelming focus on protecting business models of the past, rather than facilitating new models."
Feb 14, 2017
As per Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) data on the investments made by the OECD countries in research and development (R&D) in the year 2015, Israel invested 4.25% of its gross domestic product (GDP) in R&D, which is the highest among all the countries in the world.
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Scholarly Open Access, a popular blog that listed questionable journals and publishers, has recently been taken down. The blog was maintained by Jeffrey Beall since 2008 who is an academic librarian at the University of Colorado in Denver.
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As authors, you are at the center of the academic publishing system. What according to you needs change about academic publishing? Take this survey to let us know: Author perspectives on the academic publishing process
Dec 7, 2016
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The John Maddox Prize for the year 2016 has been awarded to leading cognitive psychologist Professor Elizabeth Loftus at the University of California, Irvine, as "her findings have altered the course of legal history."
Nov 30, 2016
This article explores five of the most popular tools that researchers are leveraging within Meta Science to stay on top of their research, collaborate with their peers, and enrich the quality of their papers. It will also provide a step-by-step guide to help new Meta Science users take advantage of these same tools.
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On November 1, Springer Nature announced that Springer and BioMed Central have decided to retract a total of 58 articles published by Iran-based authors across seven journals. The publisher received allegations of plagiarism, following which an investigation was conducted.
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Authors often avoid publishing in open access journals as they are under the misconception that all open access journals charge high APCs. But what if one of the co-authors is keen on publishing open access? The reluctance of the other could then lead to a dispute between the authors. Read on to find out more.
Oct 31, 2016
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As an author, are you interested in whether or not to publish your research in an open access (OA) journal? OA publishing has come under a lot of scrutiny in the scholarly community with the ever-increasing growth in the number of predatory publishers and the concern over the quality of OA publications. This article will debunk some of the myths surrounding OA and provide you with some benefits of publishing your research under an OA model.
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Presenting at an academic conference is an opportunity that most young researchers look forward to. However, addressing a large audience can make you feel nervous, at least the first few times. This article provides a few tips that will help you prepare for your conference presentation and make the process smoother for you.
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We’re here, with our list of the most interesting discussions of the month, handpicked by our editors. Besides Peer Review Week, which was highlight of the month, there were exchanges around Elsevier’s patent for online peer review, the emerging trend of outsourcing clinical trials, the need for animal testing in biomedicine, and more.
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Discussions about peer review usually revolve around incentivizing peer review, acknowledging reviewers, and making their contribution count. But isn’t being a peer reviewer a form of recognition in itself? This post explores this line of thought and questions whether recognition is the strongest motivational factor behind accepting invitations to review.
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Nature has announced a new policy by which all papers accepted for publication in Nature and 12 other titles will be required to provide a data-availability statement.
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The U.S. Patent Office issued a patent titled “Online peer review system and method” to the leading academic publisher Elsevier, which has evoked strong reactions from the advocates of open access publishing.
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Journal rejection is considered a natural part of the publication process. However, top-tier journals are more inclined toward rejecting a paper than accepting it, which Neil Herndon, the editor-in-chief of the Journal of Marketing Channels, calls "gotcha reviewing." What does this phenonmenon mean for academic publishing? Why do journals indulge in mass rejection of manuscripts? This post discusses these issues in depth.
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Over 1000 researchers in Canada are protesting the changes in the peer review system rolled out by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), a federal funding agency that supports biomedical research in Canada.
Jul 5, 2016
What do you need to know before and while working on a clinical trial? This slide deck tells you more about the things you need to remember when preparing to publish your clinical trial, from developing a research protocol and getting informed consent from study participants to registering your trial and preparing a clinical trial manuscript. Related readingAn introduction to clinical trials (Part 1: The basics) A young researcher’s guide to a clinical trial What every medical researcher should know about registering clinical trials
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Sustainability science is becoming increasingly collaborative and global, a recent report found, but researchers say cooperation between scientists from the North and South remains scarce and unbalanced.
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Retractions are central to academic publishing, but they have been too journal-centric and stereotyped. Therefore, researchers hesitate to disclose even honest errors in their papers for the fear of losing their reputation due to retraction. There have been discussions around making retractions more author-centric rather than it being a tool used predominantly by editors to announce misconduct. Would a self-retraction system motivate authors to step up and announce honest errors?
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P value is the most commonly reported statistic in research papers, and yet is widely misunderstood and misused. Recently, the American Statistical Association (ASA) released the “Statement on Statistical Significance and P-Values,” outlining six principles pertaining to appropriate use and interpretation of p values, which this article will discuss.
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A postdoc position is often looked upon as a stepping stone to a tenure track faculty position. But a postdoc also involves a unique set of challenges which many PhD graduates do not anticipate when they apply. In this post, I look at some of the challenges faced by postdocs and offer tips on how you can avoid them if you are considering postdoctoral research after your PhD.
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Get your career-related questions answered live by these experts!
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This post offers important information and submission tips to prospective contributors to the Korean Journal of Pediatrics.
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Authors are often disappointed when their manuscript is rejected after initial screening and are left wondering what was wrong with the paper and why it was not even sent for peer review. Often, an effective cover letter and abstract can help to get your paper through the initial editorial screening.
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A recently published paper titled “Trends and comparison of female first authorship in high impact medical journals: observational study (1994-2014)” reported that female first authorship among original research articles in top medical journals has grown by a third in the past two dec
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What happens to a manuscript once it is submitted to a journal? This article, written by an experienced journal editor, throws light on what exactly the role of the Associate Editor (AE) entails, how an AE is assigned for each submission, and how the AE decides whether to desk reject a paper or send it for peer review.
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Globally, science and technology is making great strides. Remarkably, developing nations are fast catching up with the developed nations in terms of R&D investment, technological advances, research output, and research outreach. To map these changes and latest trends world over, the NSF has put together a report Science & Engineering Indicators 2016 that was released in January 2016.
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The graphical abstract is a relatively new concept. while it is fast gaining popularity with journals, authors are not yet very familiar with the idea. Inadequate journal guidelines about such new concepts can be very inconvenient for authors. What happens when an author is requested by the editor to add a graphical abstract, but the journal website has no clear guidelines about this?
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November was an interesting month for the scholarly communication folks. This month was marked by discussions around irreproducibility, authorship conflict, and costs of publishing among others. Our editors followed all of these deliberations and would like to give you a glimpse into the most engaging perspectives on research
Nov 30, 2015
The role and definition of authorship in scientific and medical publishing has become increasingly complicated in recent years. With a proliferation of collaboration and co-authorship in academic writing, it has become harder to differentiate between a “contributor” and an “author.” This post takes a closer look at the evolving concept of authorship.
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The controversial Human Brain Project (HBP) has secured funding from the European Commission, the executive body of the European Union, for the next three years that amounts to an annual investment of €89 million.
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This case study taken from The Evolution of Impact Indicators: From bibliometrics to altmetrics, a free ebook co-produced by Scholastica and Altmetric, explains how a researcher
Oct 21, 2015
Poor copyediting leads to the publication of a paper with errors and without final approval by the author. When the author informs the EIC, a correction is made, but the correction notice does not clarify that the errors had been made by the journal. The upset author wants the notice to be removed. but is that the right course of action? Read on to find out.
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On October 12, The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced that it has awarded the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel for 2015 to Angus
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On October 5, the Nobel Committee announced that the 2015 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded jointly to William C. Campbell, Satoshi Omura, and Youyou Tu
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When a journal does not provide clear information about the APC on its website, but informs the author of the amount only after acceptance, the author finds the charges too high, and decides to submit it elsewhere wihout withdrawing the paper.
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Submitting compelling and novel content to a journal is only one element in having an article accepted for publication. The presentation and organization of your manuscript is essential in convincing editors and reviewers that your work has been thoroughly prepared and able to withstand scrutiny. To that end, The EQUATOR Network compiles research reporting guidelines to “improve the reliability and value of published health research literature.” The use of reporting guidelines not only improves the value of research, but also provides some distinct advantages in getting your manuscript published.
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This post offers an overview of essential author information for submission to the journal Spine, a leading international journal in the field of spinal disorders.
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Getting published isn’t magic; it’s a process. You don’t need to be Houdini! Just follow a few simple rules, submit to the appropriate journal for your study, and take heed of comments from the editor and peer reviewers. To help you on your way, here are a few tips and reminders on the process in general and on responding to peer review comments in particular.
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Predatory scholarly conferences pose a new threat to scholarly communications as researchers find themselves inundated with spam emails soliciting their attendance at these meetings. All researchers should become aware of the dangers of submitting their work to and attending questionable, low-quality, and even predatory scholarly conferences.
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Peer review and quantitative metrics are the two most prominent methods of evaluating the quality and impact of research. However, the recent surge in the importance attached to metrics has led to the question whether metrics can replace peer review in indicating the quality and impact of research. The Metric Tide report attempts to answer this question with the help of experts in scientometrics and major stakeholders of research and higher education.
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Research and development (R&D) is crucial to scientific progress. Moreover, the investment of nations on R&D is highly discussed in international circles as it provides a broad picture of a country’s economic strength and future growth. Know about the latest developments in R&D expenditure globally and their impact on science in the coming years.
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The winners of the 2015 Shaw Prize were announced in three categories: Astronomy, Life Science and Medicine, and Mathematical Sciences. Let us take a look at who won this prestigious award.
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The policies concerning the need for ethical approval by an institutional review board or ethics committee can be different in different countries. This can unfairly work against authors wanting to publish in international journals. What can an author do if their national guidelines do not require an ethics approval, but the journal considers it mandatory? Read on to find out.
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By getting your journal indexed in a well-known database, you can increase its visibility, accessibility, and readership. This post provides an overview of indexing and shares some common journal databases to consider.
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This post offers a few tips on how to make Google searches more effective.
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Women are making their presence felt in a traditionally male-dominated academic world. However, they are still underrepresented in fields such as political science, physics, and philosophy. A study suggests that this skew in gender ratio is a result of the emphasis of some fields on “genius” as against hard work, and the stereotype that women are less likely to be as intelligent as men to pursue an academic career.
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Scientific reporting is inclined towards publishing positive findings, and research that reports negative results is usually frowned upon. However, recognizing the importance of negative results and the impact it can have on expediting scientific advancement, PLOS ONE - the world’s largest j
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The conventional pre-publication peer review process is time-consuming and may not be favorable to all scientific disciplines. Some journals and publishers offer rapid publication to help authors publish their manuscripts faster. This post discusses the unconventional approach of rapid publication in detail.
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Media outlets and journalists are often blamed for communicating exaggerated or distorted reports of scientific research to the public. However, a recent study has revealed that the scientific community – authors, universities, and institutions - are also partly responsible for scientific misinformation.
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Quick facts about the journal Nature Materials.
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2014 has been an exciting year for scholarly publishing. Amidst these times of change, we interviewed experts in the publishing industry from across the world. All of these interviews were published in the year 2014. Read the full interview for a complete understanding of the context of a quotation.
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Stem-cell biologist Dr. Haruko Obokata who claimed to have discovered a simple and inexpensive way of producing stem cells, the STAP (Stimulus-triggered acquisition of pluripotency) method, resigned from her position at Riken research institute after she failed to reproduce the results
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The pressure to publish has led some authors to exploit the peer review system and indulge in peer review rigging. These scandals have prompted discussions among experts about a significant issue: Should authors be allowed to suggest potential peer reviewers?
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A brief review of the scope and special features of a new learner's dictionary from Oxford University Press, meant for learners of academic English.
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Authors often wonder when to use "woman" and "female" to keep scientific writing free of gender bias. This post provides guidance on using these terms effectively and appropriately.
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This article demonstrates how you can write a good title for your research paper by following five simple steps.
Nov 18, 2014
The title of a research paper is the first aspect that will be noticed by journal editors/reviewers and readers. Therefore, it is essential to get the title right. This article provides quick and useful tips to help authors write effective titles for their research papers.
Nov 18, 2014
Addressing peer reviewers’ comments can be quite stressful. Here are some do’s and don’ts to help you deal with them confidently.
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Responding to peer reviewers’ comments can be quite stressful. But if you are well prepared, this can be an enriching and enjoyable learning experience. This article provides nine excellent tips to respond to peer reviewer comments.
Nov 11, 2014
The ultimate objective of peer review is to ensure a high quality of published science and authors should view the process as an opportunity to improve the quality of their manuscript. This post provides a brief definition and significance of the peer review process.
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In the ever-expanding academic literature pool, health-related academic journal publications authored by nurses are very rare. In this post, Jolene Menezes, Editor of the journal Gastrointestinal Nursing emphasizes the importance of having publications authored by nurses. Jolene argues that as primary care givers, nurses continually innovate and their contributions could benefit the healthcare industry at large. She goes on to explore some of the reasons behind the lack of nurse publications.
Oct 22, 2014
To ensure that your manuscript conveys your ideas effectively, it is essential for you to structure it well. Many journals expect scientific research papers to be written in the traditional format, which is also referred to as the IMRaD format (Introduction, Materials and methods, Results, and Discussion). This post provides some quick tips following the IMRaD structure.
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This year's Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to three researchers “for the development of super-resolved fluorescence microscopy.” Eric Betzig of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Janelia Farm Research Campus in Ashburn, Virgi
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Everything you need to know to submit to the European Heart Journal.
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This article shares an editor's experience and views on why papers get rejected. Read on to find out how authors can avoid their manuscript from getting rejected.
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One of the most difficult aspects of research manuscript preparation is deciding whether your findings should be presented through tables, figures, or text. The tips listed in the article will help you make a more informed decision.
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Over the years in Brazil, open access has emerged as a favorable solution to help increase the visibility of Brazilian researchers in the global research arena, and the SciELO portal has proved to be one of the earliest, and arguably most successful, open access initiatives
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In recent years, many journal editorial departments have begun to employ freelance editors rather than an exclusively in-house team. Although a freelance editing model offers greater editor availability and subject-area expertise, it necessitates betterquality control. We hypothesize that
Aug 31, 2014
Retraction is one of the most widely discussed topics in the publication industry, and authors should be aware of its implications.
Aug 28, 2014
With the global increase in specialized research disciplines and collaborative research, interdisciplinary studies or those with overlapping subject areas are becoming increasingly common. It can however, become very difficult to select an appropriate journal for such studies. This case study illustrates how selecting a journal whose scope matches your paper can be crucial in case of interdisciplinary studies, and how a wrong choice can lead to a rejection even in the case of an exceptionally novel study.
Aug 28, 2014
This post discusses the article Why Open Access for Brazil (2008) by Alma Swan, which takes a deeper look at barriers that prevent Brazilian scientific research from being accessible globally, problems that Brazilian researchers face when trying to access research from other countries, and how open access has the potential to drastically increase Brazil’s visibility globally.
Aug 26, 2014
Why is stem cell research surrounded by scandals and why do the controversies have serious implications on science? Dr. Xuejun Sun, experienced researcher and Associate Editor at Springers’ Medical Gas Research journal, presents a new outlook on the issue of stem cell research scandals. In this article, he provides interesting insights into some of the most infamous incidents of academic misconduct, especially in stem cell research, and discusses the possible causes behind them.
Aug 26, 2014
This post emphasizes the need to confirm that all the sources that are being cited are credible in order to avoid misrepresenting the facts from cited sources.
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Quick facts and tips for submitting your manuscript to the Diabetes journal
Aug 5, 2014
Public investment into scientific R&D has plateaued across the world, and this transition seems to have affected basic research the most. It it were the year 1960 and you had $10 to spend on science, what would you spend it on?
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Six African researchers working for the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)-Wellcome Trust Research Programme pressed charges against the institute for discriminating against them and won the case. The Kenyan industrial court declared that the researchers will be awarded 30 million Kenyan shillings (US$341,000) in compensation for having faced “institutional racism” and
Jul 24, 2014
What does conflict of interest mean? This article also explains why such conflicts arise and how they can be avoided.
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Highlights the case of a "reviewing ring" that eventually led to as many as 60 papers being retracted and offers a few tips on being alert to the possible misuse of a scientist's name.
Jul 17, 2014
The sphere of scientific communication is dominated by English. Even though ESL (English-as-a-second-language) authors may have conducted groundbreaking research and published their findings in their first language, their work is not likely to gain international recognition until they
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International journals solicit submissions from authors all over the world. But are these journals' author guidelines clear enough for nonnative English speakers?
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Manuscript writing requires authors to take into account subtle differences in language usage. In keeping with this, the author of this article explains how the terms "about," "around," and "approximately" should be used in your academic writing.
Jun 12, 2014
Many early career researchers and students are often baffled about the role of peer review and what it entails. This article covers the basics of the peer review system and provides guidelines on dealing with it.
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How can NNES authors be empowered in an era of globalization? This meeting report appearing in Science Editors is based on a session during the CSE 2013 meeting. Interesting case studies highlighted at this event emphasize the need for academic authors in non-native English-speaking (NNES) countries to receive English-language grounding.
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As a result of technological developments and the increasing importance of article-level metrics, social media have become a valid source of information. There are generally three ways you can cite social media sources
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Learn about the journal Organization Science in this brief profile of key facts, requirements, and suggested links.
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The Editor-in Chief of the New England Journal of Medicine and many others attended the 2013 Council of Science Editors (CSE) annual meeting. This meeting report contains the highlights of the event that was centered on global academic publishing.
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Learn about the journal Cell in this brief profile of key facts, requirements, and suggested links.
Apr 30, 2014
This chapter, published as part of the Science Editors' Handbook by EASE, touches on the concerns of science editors but focuses mainly on what scientific copy-editors do with data tables.
Apr 30, 2014
The author describes common errors with style encountered in his editorial practice. These range from seemingly trivial errors with capitalisation and italicisation to complex mistakes involving the use of the apostrophe in eponymous terms.
Apr 23, 2014
“I saw the need. I saw the early signs of the change toward Open Access publishing. I saw the quickly growing need of Asian researchers to publish in English-language Western journals, and I saw how I could personally make a significant difference.” Dr. Don Samulack
Apr 15, 2014
What resources would help author’s editors working on scientific manuscripts perform their tasks more efficiently? This article published in Learned Published presents an experience-based opinion on such tools.
Apr 15, 2014
Getting your work published in a peer-reviewed journal almost always involves revising your manuscript at least once. This article provides tips on revising your manuscript to increase the chances of its acceptance.
Apr 14, 2014
Knowing a bit about journal publishing helps authors to see their contribution in a context since authors are affected by the policies adopted by publishers of journals.
Apr 14, 2014
Currently, many journal articles contain statistical flaws. Journal editors and researchers are becoming increasingly concerned with the incorrect reporting of
Apr 14, 2014
Poor English can prevent acceptances from top-tier international journals at the cost of valuable research. But, who should do the job of copy-editing such research papers? The author of this article published in Current Science raises important points surrounding editing and the research community in India.
Apr 7, 2014
Although the pace of scientific progress has been rapid, at times, its momentum falters due to stumbling blocks such as irreproducibility of research, fraudulent publications, and honest mistakes.
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Peer review is perceived as one of the mainstays of scientific publishing. Papers that undergo the peer review process are held in high esteem since the quality of research is scrutinized
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Although The Economist, a British weekly, is not a research journal, its writing is often praised for its clarity and precision. How does the The Economist&n
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Recent groundbreaking papers published in Nature on January 29, 2014 by stem-cell biologists have created a media storm for three reasons: confusion over non-replicability, duplication of images, and textual borrowing. Unfortunately, with such cases recently, in which
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Read this article to understand the secrets behind writing an effective introduction and methods section of a research paper.
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A good editing service should not only ensure that the paper meets the widely accepted standards for language quality but also help the author improve his/her writing skills. With steady improvement in writing skills, authors can save crucial time and effort while writing the next paper.
Mar 5, 2014
In this 2-minute video, Dr. Bruce Dancik explains how much of the data included in tables and figures should be presented in the form of text, and how much should be left for the reader to extrapolate.
Mar 3, 2014
Most journals ask for keywords during manuscript submission. If you wish to learn how to choose keywords that would increase the visibility of your research paper, read on.
Feb 27, 2014
Scientific writing is all about being accurate, brief, and objective, and as editors or writers, we should reduce the bias that creeps in from the use of insensitive language and flawed terminology. This article explains how authors can maintain a neutral, respectful, and unbiased tone in their research paper.
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When writing a research paper, authors may feel confused about the use of certain words. This article explains the difference between the commonly confusing words - "e.g." "i.e." "namely."
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Hyphens are of two kinds, accidental and intentional.
Jan 31, 2014
Constructions like ‘the data reveal that’, ‘Table 1 shows that’, or ‘Figure 2 indicates that’ are common in research papers. But do you know how to use the terms "to reveal," "to show," and "to indicate" accurately? Read this article to understand the difference between the terms and how to use them in your academic writing.
Jan 31, 2014
Tables and figures, although important components of many research papers, are just that—components; you can publish a paper without them but you cannot publish tables or figures without a paper. And if text is...
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Time and research dollars are limited resources for all researchers. This article provides details on what research funding is and presents a checklist of how you can secure funding for your research.
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To choose the right word from a pair or a group of words with similar meaning, we may consult a dictionary of synonyms. However, there are words that are so similar in their meaning that they are practically interchangeable. Or are they? "Almost" and "nearly" is one such pair, where dictionaries are no help. This article delves deeper into explaining this grammatical conundrum.
Jan 27, 2014
Novice researchers are often discouraged from using the first person pronouns I and we in their writing, and the most common reason given for avoiding the use of the first person
Jan 24, 2014
Using such expressions as “for example,” “for instance,” and “including” correctly is important. This article explains these terms and how to use them appropriately.
Jan 24, 2014
The use of figures and tables as adjuncts to text is common in research papers. These adjuncts supplement the text: figures, for example, can convey information that may be impossible to convey through words
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There has been a tremendous increase in the number of research papers submitted to academic journals, which has significantly increased the pressure on journal editors and referees with greater demands on their most scarce resource – their time. This post discusses how authors can ensure that the chances of their manuscript getting accepted can be increased.
Jan 17, 2014
It is rare for a single researcher to publish a paper all by herself or himself; most research papers have several or many authors, and the average number of authors for a paper keeps rising
Jan 16, 2014
Nitin Nair, Managing Editor, Center of Excellence for Business and Finance, had a memorable experience at the third biennial conference of the Indian Academy of Management (IAM) in Ahmedabad. Read on to know more details.
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Studying English grammar will probably help you eliminate many common errors of grammar from your writing—but it is unlikely that, as a researcher, you will actually pick up a book on
Dec 31, 2013
Available here is the published report on the 35th Annual Meeting of the Society for Scholarly Publishing. Find out more about the trending topics at this scholarly publishing event.
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Scientists who find it difficult to communicate in English would find the series of Web pages under the title "English Communication for Scientists" particularly useful.
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With modern word processors, we no longer have to make do with the same key for lowercase ‘l’ and numeral ‘1’ (as those who have used old portable typewriters may recall).
Nov 27, 2013
Among the many ways in which journals differ in the way, they expect authors to format references is the way names of journals are given: whether spelled out in full or abbreviated. This article hands out some tips on handling the abbreviations of journal names in references.
Nov 27, 2013
Graphs are often referred to as pictures of numbers. They capture the meaning behind a set of numbers and convey that meaning at a glance. This article discusses whether leaving the bars in a graph "empty" (blank) or filling them with different colors or patterns (dots, squares, straight lines, etc.) has any impact in the presentation of your data.
Nov 27, 2013
A footnote to a table is a pointer; it tells readers that whatever bit of text they are reading requires additional information to make complete sense. Learn in this article the best ways to use footnotes so that they aid rather than hinder the reader's understanding of your research paper.
Nov 27, 2013
A footnote to a table is a pointer; it tells readers that whatever bit of text they are reading requires additional information to make complete sense. Learn in this article the best ways to use footnotes so that they aid rather than hinder the reader's understanding of your research paper.
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The involvement of multiple individuals in different capacities naturally evokes the question of who should be credited and held accountable for the research published, especially since careers, ethics, and scientific integrity are at stake. This article outlines the major concepts pertaining to authorship.
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Editage, a division of Cactus Communications, Inc., attended the 244th American Chemical Society National Meeting and Exposition held in Philadelphia, PA, from August 19 to 23. The theme of the meeting was “Materials for Health and Medicine.”
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Few books come this close to providing sound advice on the intricacies of the publishing game as What Editors Want: an author’s guide to scientific journal publishing
Nov 11, 2013
There are some common criteria you should consider when choosing a journal to publish in. Once you have a publication strategy in place, choose journals that meet all of your criteria.
Nov 4, 2013
Follow a structured search strategy to make sure you don’t overlook relevant and similar publications. Sign up for alerts to keep up with newly published papers.
Nov 4, 2013
Tables and figures are used in research papers to effectively present detailed results and complex relationships, reduce the length of the manuscript, and enhance readers’ understanding of the study results. This article explains in detail how to present your data in tables and figures to create an impact.
Nov 4, 2013
The peer review process for journal publication is essentially a quality control mechanism. It is a process by which experts evaluate scholarly works, and its objective is to ensure a high quality of published science. Read this article to understand peer review and editorial decision-making process in detail.
Nov 4, 2013
This article delves a little deeper into the fallacies of the impact factor and points that you should consider when using it.
Nov 4, 2013
How can you measure the quality of a research paper? More importantly, how can you determine whether your research is making an impact and is considered important? An objective way is through citation analysis.
Nov 4, 2013
In recent years, many research groups have been working independently to develop metrics that measure the impact of published research. The journal impact factor is a well-known metric used to measure the reputation of journals. However, it does not answer a question that is important to scientists worldwide: How can a researcher’s influence and research impact be measured? One of the most important breakthroughs in this regard was achieved with the introduction of the h-index, named after its inventor Jorge Hirsch.
Nov 4, 2013
So you’ve completed your study and published your paper in the journal of your choice. Now you want to make your paper accessible to more and more readers within and outside the scientific community so as to increase its impact. One way to increase the visibility of your paper is through self-archiving.
Nov 4, 2013
The title, abstract, and keywords are one of the most important elements to publication success. A negligent or sloppy attitude towards these three vital elements in the research paper format would be almost equivalent to leaving the accessibility of the research paper up to chance. Read this article to find expert tips on getting these right.
Nov 4, 2013
A paper has a greater chance of publication when it involves a full-scale study, rather than a fragment of a larger study. Read more to learn about the practice of “salami slicing.”
Nov 4, 2013
The aim of the journal article is to communicate your research effectively and help readers understand the issues at hand. This post explains how you can structure your manuscript so that readers take away the most important messages.
Nov 4, 2013
All researchers have heard about the impact factor. Read to learn what you may not know about the impact factor. Other measures of journal quality are now available as well.
Nov 2, 2013
Ethical research and publication practices are essential for honest scholarly and scientific research. Most journals today are keenly aware of this
Nov 2, 2013
Researchers tend to form close-knit communities with other researchers in their specific areas of study. Breaking into these closed communities and getting noticed can be a daunting prospect. Ideally, your work should speak for itself, and you will gradually gain recognition through your published papers and citations. But this is a long process, and while you wait for this kind of recognition, you need to make yourself visible by networking through various channels. One great way to network is through academic conferences.
Nov 1, 2013
The number of publications to a researcher’s credit seems to matter more than the quality of the work done. How did the publishing industry get to this point? How can you not only withstand but beat the pressure and continue to reap the rewards that research itself brings?
Nov 1, 2013
Shazia Khanam and Clarinda Cerejo had a memorable time at the first joint conference of EASE and ISMTE in Blankenberge, Belgium, September 23-24. Shazia and Clarinda presented a poster entitled “Can authors’ editors help expedite peer review of the manuscripts they edit?” and won the Best Poster Award.
Nov 1, 2013
Impact factors, the h-index, and other measures of assessing research journals and researchers are all based on citations. The basic logic is simple: if other researchers have cited your paper, that paper must be worthwhile. Although this simple measure is supplemented and refined by taking into account other factors,
Oct 30, 2013
Over the years we have measured “editing quality” in many different ways, and perhaps the most important of these is what you, the author, feel about the completed assignment. Have you been delighted by editing that brings out the true strength of your document?
Oct 30, 2013
If you are reading this article, chances are that you know at least one language other than English. Yet, when it comes to writing about your research and, more specifically, submitting a research paper to a journal, you will choose English. Clearly, English is the predominant language of science
Oct 30, 2013
Statistics on the predominance of English in the number of journals, the number of publications, the number of publishers, and so on are easy to find and speak for themselves. This article discusses some of the potential reasons behind this scenario.
Oct 30, 2013
Although English uses an elaborate system of tenses, simple past and simple present are the most common tenses in research papers, supplemented by present perfect and past perfect. The word ‘perfect’ in this case means ‘made complete’ or ‘completely done’
Oct 30, 2013
Publication bias refers to a phenomenon in scientific reporting whereby authors are more likely to submit and journal editors are more likely to publish studies with “positive” results than studies with “negative” results. This article discusses how such biases can affect science in the long run.
Oct 29, 2013
It is helpful for authors to be aware of the two dominant varieties of English in STM journal publishing - American and British - when preparing their manuscripts for publication.
Oct 25, 2013
At this time of the year, most academicians await the announcement of the Noble Prize winners. This prestigious award is presented to worthy candidates in the fields of medicine, physics, chemistry, economics, literature, and peace. The winners of this year will be announced on the following dates
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How do particles acquire mass? In 1964, these two physicists independently proposed a theory to explain this. Central to the theory was the prediction of a particle known informally as the "Higgs boson," named after one of the winners. This particle has been covered extensively in mass
Oct 24, 2013
Today, computers are used in pretty much every field of scientific research. Computers are ubiquitous in our personal lives as well, and it's hard to imagine a time when we used to do something simple like writing a letter without the aid of a computer. At one point, complex scientific
Oct 24, 2013
The increasing popularity of open access has made it easy for individuals to set up bogus journals that guarantee publication but charge steep article-processing fees. With the recent surge in open access journals, it has become difficult to follow new journals being launched every day and gauge
Oct 21, 2013
This article discusses the latest available statistics on China’s progress in R&D, based on a global publishing report released by Thomson ReutersTM in February 2013 titled
Oct 21, 2013
Over the years, I’ve come across many common language mistakes made by non-native speakers of English. The incorrect of use of words and phrases in English can confuse the readers or mislead them. To clear this confusion and help you master the English language, I’ve discussed some.
Oct 21, 2013
Wouldn’t it be interesting to know what the academic world thinks of open access (OA) publishing and related topics, such as peer review, licensing, re-use, and metrics? Read on the results of a broad survey on this topic, conducted by Taylor & Francis and its parent company.
Oct 21, 2013
Here's a list of prestigious grants that are awarded to Chinese researchers every year. This list includes a special grant for researchers who have studied in the UK and who would like to recommence their research career after a break of a few years.
Oct 21, 2013
Ever wondered what happens to your manuscript once it is submitted to a journal? Does the fate of your paper depend solely on peer review? What are the stages your paper goes through before it is finally accepted or rejected by a journal? To what extent does peer review influence the editorial decision? This SlideShare gives you a detailed account of the journal screening process and tells you what exactly goes on behind the scenes! For further reading, read Dr. Eddy’s expert advice on the following questions about the journal editorial process:How long should I wait for a response from the journal? What is the meaning of “decision in process” status? Peer review process and editorial decision making at journals
Oct 19, 2013
Publishing a paper is not an easy job! It is a complex journey with a lot of complications. But don’t worry, Editage’s Publication Support services will make this task much easier for you. Watch this video to learn how Editage can support you through your publication process.
Oct 18, 2013
One of the most basic and important aspects of a research paper is the title. Writing the a research paper title may seem a simple task, but it requires some serious thought.
Oct 17, 2013
Addressing peer reviewer comments is a daunting task for even the most experienced authors. Sometimes peer reviewers write long-winded comments, which make it difficult to pinpoint the specific aspects you need to address. Once you receive reviewer comments for your submission, go through them
Oct 17, 2013
This article discusses a few pairs of English word that non-English-speaking authors often mix up and use incorrectly.
Oct 17, 2013
Been looking for answers to your questions about the journal peer review process? Here are some of the most frequently asked questions and answers to them.
Oct 17, 2013
Although the impact factor is the oldest and, arguably, the most widely used citation metric, it has lost some of its former glory. In recent years, the impact factor has come under considerable criticism for its limitations. For a discussion in this issue, read on to understand the journal impact factor in more detail.
Oct 17, 2013
Choosing a research question is clearly the first and most basic step to achieving publication success and advancing your career as a researcher. Read on for detailed tips to choose a great research question.
Oct 17, 2013
Traditional metrics for measuring scholarly impact, such as the impact factor of the journal, h-index, etc., are familiar to all researchers. But although still very popular, citation-based bibliometrics have been under criticism for various reasons, such as they cannot appropriately map
Oct 17, 2013
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There are many books on the topic of scientific and research writing, but most researchers hardly have the time to delve into such books. If only there was something concise and yet enlightening! There is, actually. Try
Oct 17, 2013
Having a hard time picking a suitable journal for your paper? Wondering how to avoid the pain of your paper not matching the journal’s scope and the consequent delays in publication? Watch this video for some quick tips!
Oct 17, 2013
Most authors like to have their work reviewed before submission. Some may request their department head or a colleague to review their manuscript, whereas others may seek the help of a friend. English-second-language authors trying to get published in international journals often employ
Oct 17, 2013
With new open access journals entering the publication space every day, all with highly varied article-processing charges, how do you determine whether you’re really selecting the best possible journal for the price you’re paying? Here's a new free online interactive tool to help you out!
Oct 17, 2013
The Nature Publishing Group released The Nature Publishing Index 2012, China, in May, 2013. This index is based on papers published in the prestigious Nature group of journals. From this report, it seems that China
Oct 17, 2013
Funding is indeed a big problem for scientists these days. Increased competition coupled with diminishing federal research has made it very difficult for university researchers to start new scientific projects. It is even more difficult for young researchers to get grants. This article shares some great insights into the strategies researchers can put to use to obtain funding.
Oct 17, 2013
Today, science is progressing rapidly and new findings come to light every day. In such a scenario, replication studies could prove to be an important part of scientific progress. This article discusses this issue in detail.
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What do you think about this proposal? Will anonymity eliminate bias? Or do you think it is important for author identity to be disclosed in grant applications?
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Journals will not publish your paper if your study involves human subjects and you have not obtained informed consent.
Oct 17, 2013
In the highly competitive world of academic publishing, authorship related problems are insreasing, with authors not getting credit for their work, disagreements between collaborators
Oct 16, 2013
Several newspapers today have published shocking news about Elsevier’s Editorial Management System (EES) having been hacked into recently. The popular blog
Oct 16, 2013
This post describes the features of a good cover letter. Read on for a simple checklist of dos and don’ts that you should keep in mind to write an effective cover letter.
Oct 16, 2013
Oct 16, 2013
A poster presentation is the perfect opportunity for you to highlight the importance of your research for people attending the conference. Posters are like billboards advertising a movie—they present in a nutshell the essence of a much larger venture. This article provides excellent tips to create an impressive poster.
Oct 16, 2013
Many English-second language authors find it quite difficult to write concisely because they cannot find appropriate words to substitute long phrases. In fact, conforming to a given word count limit is difficult for native English speakers as well because they usually have so much to say and
Oct 16, 2013
Conferences offer researchers a great opportunity to make numerous professional connections. If you wish to make the most of these conferences, read this article that shares some excellent networking tips.
Oct 16, 2013
In general, p values tell readers only whether any difference between groups, relationship, etc., is likely to be due to chance or to the variable(s) you are studying. Read this article for quick tips on the best way to present p values.
Oct 16, 2013
The International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) defines a clinical trial as any research project wherein human subjects are prospectively assigned to an intervention group or a control group to study the cause-and-effect relationship between a medical intervention and a health outcome.
Oct 16, 2013
Recent times have witnessed a drastic increase in the number of cases of scientific misconduct. In fact, the number of documented cases—419 in 2012, which is twice the number in 2011)—is too large to be ignored.
Oct 16, 2013
What are the most common mistakes authors make? I will share the views of a committee of journal editors, who are also the compilers of the popular medical style guide, the AMA (Association of Medical Editors) Manual of Style.
Oct 16, 2013
The number of published papers being retracted is increasing dramatically and is higher than ever before. Although retracted papers still represent a miniscule proportion of the total published literature, the rate of increase in retractions is alarming, as retracted papers tarnish
Oct 16, 2013
A group of three researchers affiliated to different institutions in Chicago, IL, recently published a paper in Nature, in which they have proposed a new formula that researchers can use to predict what their h index will be five years later.
Oct 16, 2013
The pressure to publish is immense; the pressure to publish in high-impact journals, even more so for any young researcher trying to establish a successful research career. This pressure has led to some of the major problems affecting modern science, which are discussed in this article.
Oct 16, 2013
Oct 16, 2013
Comments by peer reviewers and journal editors are meant to help authors improve their manuscript. Follow the three golden rules mentioned in this article when responding to reviewer comments.
Oct 16, 2013
Have you often wondered how your research activities and achievements can be distinguished from those of other researchers with similar names? If your name appears as “Zhang W” on your research publications, how can you prevent another “Zhang W” from taking credit for your citations or patents?
Oct 16, 2013
An abstract is like a movie trailer. It offers a preview, highlights key points, and helps the audience decide whether to view the entire work. Abstracts are the pivot of a paper and this article shares 10 steps to writing a compelling abstract.
Oct 16, 2013
A well formulated and clearly defined research question increases your chances of publication. Read on for excellent tips on how to map out a good research question.
Oct 16, 2013
The active voice refers to a sentence format that emphasizes the doer of an action. For example, in the sentence “The mice inhaled the tobacco-infused aerosol,” the doer, i.e., “the mice” seem important. On the other hand, in the passive voice, the action being performed
Oct 16, 2013
Read our sum up of the International Congress on Peer Review and Biomedical Publication---perhaps the biggest, most important conference that addresses issues at the heart of scientific, technical, and medical publication.
Sep 15, 2013
Networking is an extremely important part of attending conferences. This 4-minute video gives you some useful tips and strategies that will help you network effectively at conferences.
Aug 31, 2013
This is the first of a series of three videos which take a sneak peek into Roohi Ghosh’s training session on “Making the most of attending conferences.”
Aug 23, 2013
The total number of submissions annually, to both international and regional journals, has steadily increased throughout the world. However, the degree of this increase has varied considerably among countries. Although the US has remained ahead of China in terms of the total number of submissions its share in the total global submissions decreased from 26.2% in 2005 to 22.9% in 2010.
Jun 16, 2013
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