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Can a paper deposited in an institutional repository be submitted to a...
Question Description: While working on a Masters Degree in Data Analytics I submitted two original research papers (quasi-opinion pieces) to my then University's digital repository. Both were accepted....
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Who should be the last author on a research paper?
Question Description: Dear Dr. Eddy, What is the value of the last position of an author? I have already read the guidelines of International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) and some of...
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Does "Under Review" mean that the paper has passed the editorial check?
Question Description: This summer, I subsequently submitted a paper to top twelve journals where it was desk rejected by the editor (it is a debatable work concerning fairness of CEO salaries). Now,...
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Springer Nature retracts 58 articles authored by Iranian researchers
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...
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Free e-book for researchers -Tips to avoid journal rejection
Did you know that you can avoid some of the most common reasons for journal rejection by paying attention to a few details while writing and submitting your research manuscript to the journal? This...
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I have detected a major error in my manuscript. Should I withdraw it?
Question Description: I wrote a brief paper in the mathematics/engineering field and sent it to a journal. When reviewing my paper, I found a huge leap in logic that should be explained further. Should...
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What to do if reviewers suggest additional research that will take a year to...
Question Description: A few months ago, I wrote and submitted a paper about an education program. The contents are: “Regarding some possible education program, I made a questionnaire survey for the...
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What causes inflammation in diabetic patients?
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis wanted to find out the reasons behind inflammation in diabetics, which is an underlying cause of various problems such as heart...
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What happens neurologically when a person processes new information?
Offering deeper insights into the mechanics of learning, researchers at the University of Texas at Austin analyzed how dynamic shifts in a person's knowledge influence decision making. The researchers...
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Timeless tips for authors from an experienced journal editor and academic...
In this interview, Dr. Caven Mcloughlin – Ph.D., Professor, Kent State University, Ohio USA – shares useful advice for researchers at all stages in their academic career. For over 25 years, Caven has...
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Can a mistake in reference lead to rejection of my paper?
Question Description: I have submitted a major revision in a reputed journal. But after submission I found that one reference I had mentioned for answering a query of a reviewer was wrong. I...
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What can I do if there is a delay in the review of my revised paper?
Question Description: I submitted a journal paper in beginning of May. I received a request for major revision by June, made the changes, and submitted back by July. By the end of July, I received...
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What does Donald Trump's victory mean for science?
The election of the Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump as the President of the United States has sparked strong reactions among academics. How would science fare under his governance? The...
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Can you help me understand one of the requirements of EI indexing?
Question Description: Dear Sir, we would like to apply for EI indexation. However, there is one requirement which we cannot understand: "The title should have references in Roman script." Could you...
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Researchers discover chemicals that regenerate damaged heart cells in mice
Our body is incapable of repairing injured or dead heart cells. When a person gets a heart attack, the connective tissue forms a scar tissue at the site of the injury, which ultimately leads to heart...
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Economics has a last name bias
Scientific research is increasingly collaborative and contributions made by each author must be suitably acknowledged by co-authors. Often, there is much prestige (and career benefits) associated with...
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Brazilian academics worry about more funding cuts proposed by new government
Brazil's new government headed by President Michel Temer is attempting to pass a constitutional amendment that would hit science funding hard. The Brazilian science community, which is still reeling...
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How should I select a journal in the field of economics?
Question Description: I am currently pursuing a doctoral degree in the field of economics (statistics). My manuscript is ready and I want to submit it to a journal.I would like to know a few details...
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Do immune cells assist in tumor growth?
Immune cells protect the body from any infection and foreign invasions. However, it has been observed that in several types of tumor, immune system cells called macrophages help tumors grow. According...
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Do I have to pay additional charges for color illustrations in my research...
Question Description: I did not exactly understand this paragraph: "Color art will be reproduced in color in the online publication at no additional cost to the author. Color illustrations will also be...
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