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Is it self-plagiarism if I use an image from one of my previous papers?
Question Description: Can I copy an image from one of my previously published papers and use it in my current paper? Will it be considered as self-plagiarism?Answer: It should be okay to use an image...
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Is it ethical to submit a paper to two or more journals simultaneously?
Question Description: Can I submit the same paper to several journals? I want to publish in one journal only, but if I submit it to two or three simultaneously, then if I get a rejection from one, I...
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A synthetic antibody effectively prevents HIV infection in monkeys
Researchers have been attempting to find ways to make humans immune to the HIV virus. Now, viral immunologist Michael Farzan of the Scripps Research Institute in Jupiter, Florida, and his team has...
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6 Article types that journals publish: A guide for early career researchers
In the competitive world of academia, you are expected to start publishing early in your career. However, sometimes original research takes years to complete. However, that does not mean that you...
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Ultravilolet radiation can cause skin damage long after the exposure ends
Douglas E. Brash, clinical professor of therapeutic radiology and dermatology at Yale School of Medical, and his colleagues discovered that skin damage from ultraviolet radiation (UV) continues hours...
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Emulsifiers in processed foods linked to obesity and gut disease
Chemicals known as emulsifiers are commonly added in most processed foods to enhance the texture. Emulsifiers are considered safe due to the lack of evidence that they increase the risk of cancer or...
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Can awarding grants to early career researchers change the face of science?
Early career researchers struggle to receive grants because granting committees are known to favor esteemed and more established researchers. Does scientific innovation and advancement take a back seat...
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"Book reviews perform an important function for authors, readers, and the...
Dr. Kevin Steinmetz is an assistant professor in the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work at Kansas State University. He was involved in starting the Journal of Qualitative Criminal...
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The need for public engagement
The need for public engagementThe value of research lies in how it benefits society. However, for scientific research to make a difference to society, the public need access to research and should be...
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How should I cite a reference that I found in a paper?
Question Description: If I am planning to use a reference that I have come across in another paper, how I am supposed to write the reference? It will be great if I can get detailed advice. Answer: If...
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A quick guide to scientific writing - Part 2 - Politically correct scientific...
45182263A scientific manuscript should be clear, objective, and bias-free. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that authors are aware of the nuances of words related to gender, race, ethnicity, etc....
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The American experience for foreign postdocs: Finding information and...
Once you have planned your roadmap for postdoc abroad, you need to find a suitable laboratory to achieve your goals. This post provides useful tips on how to look out for a postdoctoral position.In my...
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Can I appeal against the editorial decision?
Question Description: I submitted my paper to a reputed journal. After one month, I received reviewer comments. two reviewers out of three think my paper is good, and have given a few comments....
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Who should be included in the acknowledgements section: A case study
The acknowledgements section is a way of publicly thanking people for their contribution to a study. However, we often find authors acknowledging people for personal reasons, such as to appease...
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PLOS ONE's new collection to report negative, null, and inconclusive results
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...
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A young researcher's guide to writing an original research article
This article explains what an original article is and how you should go about writing one. It provides detailed guidance on every aspect of writing an original article - from selecting a research...
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Editage and Canadian Science Publishing launch a co-branded partnership to...
Editage, a global scientific communication services provider, and Canadian Science Publishing (CSP), a not-for-profit publisher, announced the start of a co-branded editorial services portal dedicated...
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Drug derived from a Chinese herb shows promise in preventing Ebola virus disease
Dr. Robert Davey, a virologist in the Department of Immunology and Virology at Texas Biomedical Research Institute, and his team focused their research on the mechanism by which Ebola virus infects a...
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Open peer review: A step towards open science?
Open science is zealously propagated by academicians in a bid to make scientific data and research widely accessible to the public. Apart from the need for researchers to share their data and make...
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A new mitochondrial-derived hormone supresses obesity and insulin resistance
A team of researchers from the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology have discovered a new hormone “MOTS-c,” a mitochondrial-derived peptide hormone that imitates the effects commonly associated with...
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