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Journalism is the collection, preparation, and distribution of news and related commentary and feature materials through such media as pamphlets, newsletters, newspapers, magazines, radio, motion pictures, television, and books. While originally applied to the reportage of current events in printed form, specifically newspapers, with the advent of radio and television the use of the term has broadened to include all printed and electronic communication dealing with current affairs.
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JOO is the leading Orthopaedic journal from Asia with a Cite Score of 2.5 and Impact Factor of 1.5 (https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/journal-of-orthopaedics). We shall be happy to include the interested researchers with an h-index of >10.
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ChatGPT scored a 155 on an IQ test , and has sufficient background to process mathematical proof review for example and verifying scientific formulas and checking at real time the plagiarism traces but the scientific community argues that the confidentiality breach prevents the use of AI as recognized peer reviewer , what do you think about it ? writers and journals should they recognize the AI as a valid peer reviewer ?
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Can AI replace Human Peer Reviewer for scientific articles and manuscrits? No, not at all. Al cannot replace the totality of human potential and experience in reviewing scientific manuscripts.
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Most journals considered predatory are not really predatory. I have personally sent articles to check how they operate. They did plagiarism test and also reviewed the papers. Another aspect is that, they are fast and cheaper. They dysmystify the research publishing process. However, older publishers and their editors will not accept this truth because it represents a threat to their monopoly. They came up with all kinds of databases spreading scare among scholars not to publish or review for the new open access. The irony is that, the same people who accused the new publishers of not doing peer review are also telling academics not to act as editors or reviewers for such journals. Their aim is to kill competition and perpetuate monopoly. They conveniently forget the antitrust law, for those based here in USA. Institutions should award credit to those who work for open access journals as editors not minding whether they are indexed in one particular platform or not. Institutions should also take the issue of peer review seriously by awarding points for peer reviewing. If academics and professionals get fully involved in open access publishing, high quality knowledge will be available on the go, time for publishing will reduce and cost of publishing an article will be pushed down by competition. At the moment the old publishers who charge over 2000 dollars for their open access journals are the real predators. People living in Nigeria my country for example, have attained very high level of information technology such that many are on the internet 24/7. So why should a Nigerian scholar pay three times his monthly salary to get published when there are international publishers based on the country charging around 100 dollars. Is it not the same people who write and publish in the so called whitelisted journals that publish there? What is needed in Nigeria and India which already have the technology for publishing science digitally is for academics to get involved in the editorial process. This will make them know those publishers that are abiding by ethics and the headache of having to wait for six months for editorial decision only for your paper to be rejected will be solved. Also, before patronizing a publisher online check the age of the website. If it has existed for five years and its articles are clearly accessible without adverts and technical quits, then you have a guarantee that it's a journal that will not short down within a short period of time. Universities should help their research get visible globally online by acknowledging all journals being covered by Google Scholar and whose articles can be found on researchgate.net
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May be my answer (Part 3) to the following discussion can clarify the case of predatory journals better
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Cata Suárez-Tovar and I have just submitted as special issue proposal to Animal Behaviour journal on the above topic. This proposal has been accepted so we are now looking for possible participants.
The proposal background is as follows.
Foraging behavior is linked to individual fitness and survival, and is particularly affected by environmental changes as human disturbance. In this regard, we are starting to understand the adaptations that allow animals to survive in man-driven environments. This information is still disorganized in the literature and, given this, we are still unaware of the following: a) whether animals have converged/diverged in their foraging strategies; b) to what extent foraging theory applies to urbanized environments where, for example, complexity of prey diversity is reduced; c) whether simplicity of urbanized areas facilitates foraging abilities such as learning; d) how predators from different taxonomic groups have adapted to forage in urbanized environments. Our proposal of a special issue is novel and, as implied above, intends to provide an updated, state-of-the-art revision of the above topics. We aim to invite authors from diverse backgrounds in terms of country origin and gender. The idea is to gather 6-8 papers from senior and young scientists. Animal Behaviour is possibly the most important journal in the field.
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https://join.skype.com/invite/K64uqT3mCBFS my skype id and i love your article i love meeting people and if you need help contact on skype for life call and voice call okay
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my skype id and i love your article i love meeting people and
Helping people
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How can I check the status of a manuscript that I have submitted to JMIS (Journal of Management Information Systems)? I submitted my manuscript via e-mail and I did not receive any reply e-mail confirming the success of my submission.
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Anuradha Maurya Thank you for your answer. However, the conventional approach does not solve the problem. In fact, JMIS does not provide a usable website to manage the publishing process, and all manuscripts are submitted by e-mail.
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Probably not, but it is not found in any major journal bases. Submit your paper to a Scopus, or SSCI or similar journals
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Please let me know, If i want to Publish our work in Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering, whether it belongs to OA OR SUBSCRIPTION based?
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Dear Nandisha Reddy P S please do recommend my answer if it was helpful.
As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, the status of journals, whether they are open access (OA) or subscription-based, can change over time. To determine the current access model for the Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering, you should visit the journal's official website or check a reliable academic database or directory. Here's how you can find this information:
  1. Visit the Journal's Website: Go to the official website of the Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering. Most journals provide information about their access model (OA or subscription-based) on their homepage or in their "About" or "Guidelines for Authors" section.
  2. Check Academic Databases: You can also use academic databases like PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, or directories like the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) to search for the journal. These databases often provide information about the access model of the journal.
  3. Contact the Journal: If you can't find the information on the journal's website or in databases, consider reaching out to the journal's editorial office or publisher for clarification. They should be able to provide you with the most up-to-date information regarding the journal's access model.
Please keep in mind that the status of journals can change, and open access initiatives have been growing in recent years. Many journals are transitioning from subscription-based to OA or adopting hybrid models, which offer both subscription and OA options for authors. Therefore, it's essential to verify the current access model before submitting your work for publication.
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Could you share the information on Scopus indexed management Journals without any APC?
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Inderscience.com has a bunch of Scopus-indexed journals with no APC. That said, they are quite slow-moving.
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Dear researcher!
Greetings From
Jurnal Keperawatan Widya Gantari Indonesia (JKWGI)
P-ISSN 2407-4284 - E-ISSN 2715-6303
JKWGI invites authors to submit manuscripts reporting original research, review articles, case reports, and other Nursing educational innovations for publication.
Research Paper Submission: Volume 7, No. 3, November 2023
Submission Deadline: 01 October 2023
All manuscripts submitted will undergo evaluation by independent peer reviewers.
The article will be uploaded after publication in the following indexing services: Cross-ref, Google Scholar, GARUDA, ALJEBI, Dimension and National Accredited, Indexed Sinta 4.
We are pleased to inform you that JKWGI is going to launch its next volume. We would like to invite you to contribute your research paper for publication in JKWGI.
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Thanks for sharing. I wish you every success in your work.
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Does anyone know of a Latex template usable in Overleaf for submitting an article to the Journal of Biomechanics? Thanks in advance.
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The Journal of Biomechanics belongs to Elsevier, so you may use the Elsevier template available at Overleaf (https://www.overleaf.com/latex/templates/elsevier-article-elsarticle-template/vdzfjgjbckgz). As it is based on the elsarticle class its use is highly recommended its use (https://www.elsevier.com/authors/policies-and-guidelines/latex-instructions). You may adapt sections to your work.
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How can one ensure publication in high-impact factor journals?
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Rejection doesn't mean an end to the communication of scholarly information. Rather it's just a process to critique your write-up: what does it lack, where to improve the content, how to express ideas, which tools to use for analysis, to mention but a few. Rejection is actually an avenue for improving the content to meet the international standard
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Dear ResearchGate Community,
We are excited to announce an open call for distinguished scholars in the field of Human Resources Management to join the Editorial Board of the Sustainable Human Resources Management Journal (https://shrm.journals.umz.ac.ir/?lang=en).
Sustainable Human Resources Management Journal is hosted by Mazandaran University in Iran and is committed to advancing knowledge and research in the field of Human Resources Management on an international scale. As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the international reach and impact of our journal, we are seeking qualified individuals who share our passion for excellence in research and are committed to the sustainable development of human resources practices.
Requirements for Editorial Board Membership:
To be eligible for membership on the Editorial Board, candidates must meet the following criteria:
  • Hold the academic rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor.
  • Be affiliated with a prestigious university or academic institution.
  • Possess a distinguished record of scholarly contributions, including a minimum of 30 published articles in the field of Human Resources Management.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to promoting sustainable human resources practices.
Responsibilities of Editorial Board Members:
Editorial Board Members play a crucial role in the success of our journal. Their responsibilities include:
  • Reviewing and evaluating submitted manuscripts in their areas of expertise.
  • Providing constructive feedback and recommendations to authors.
  • Assisting in the peer-review process to ensure the quality and relevance of published articles.
  • Contributing to the strategic development and internationalization of the journal.
If you meet the above criteria and are interested in becoming a part of our dynamic Editorial Board, we invite you to submit your resume and a brief statement of interest outlining your qualifications and motivation for joining our journal.
Please send your application materials to [b.abedin@umz.ac.ir].
We look forward to welcoming new members to our Editorial Board and working together to advance the field of Sustainable Human Resources Management.
Sincerely,
Bahareh Abedin
Executive director of JHRM
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I am interested .kindly mail me the details.nagajothi@tnfu.ac.in
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I have a requirement to publish a research paper in Science Citation Index (SCI) or Science Citation Index Expanded (SCIE) indexed journal only in the field of Engineering, Manufacturing, Production, Mechanical engineering or multidisciplinary journal.
Please suggest some fast publication journals with paid or free options. How much charges applicable for the paid journals?
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MDPI portal is an option as pointed out by Uchendu Eugene Chigbu.
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I m searching for journals that would publish my work on pharmacy and pharmacology i will appreciate any help from fellow scientists
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Yes, Journal of fisheries and life sciences, plants and environment, Discover environment from springer nature are free journal. You may look for
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Author(s). Year in parenthesis, Article title. Journal title. doi.
Gamelin FX, Baquet G, Berthoin S, Thevenet D, Nourry C, Nottin S, Bosquet L (2009) Effect of high intensity intermittent training on heart rate variability in prepubescent children. Eur J Appl Physiol 105:731-738. doi: 10.1007/s00421-008-0955-8
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you can download the style from the following link. Then copy and paste to endnote style.
Kind regards
AB Bayazid
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‼️‼️👉👉Call for manuscripts ‼️‼️Respected Professors. Together with editor Professor Xin Zhao we invite you to submit your manuscript in our Resources Basel MDPI Journal special issue about: 👉👉"Impacts of Internet Commerce on Resource Use". Submission may concern, but are not limited to the following topics: Carbon footprint of Internet/digitalization/e-commerce The impact of digitalization on resources consumption and CO2 emissions Sustainable e-commerce Packaging innovations and circular economy in e-commerce Energy efficiency in data centers, green data centers for e-commerce E-commerce platforms for resources use minimization, e.g., sharing economy, peer-to-peer commerce, collaborative consumption. Deadline for manuscript submissions: 29 February 2024. Details here: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/resources/special_issues/692QH2LS2S
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Can you share the Publication charges or any other cost in US$ ?
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Name of Springer journals of 5-7 IF on abiotic stress tolerance
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  1. Plant Molecular Biology - This journal often publishes research on various aspects of plant molecular biology, including gene overexpression for abiotic stress tolerance. https://www.springer.com/journal/11103
  2. Planta - Planta covers a wide range of topics related to plant biology and has published articles on plant stress responses and tolerance mechanisms. https://www.springer.com/journal/425
  3. Journal of Plant Growth Regulation This journal focuses on the regulation of plant growth and development, including responses to abiotic stresses like drought. https://www.springer.com/journal/344
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Please suggest about it with your relevant documentary proof.
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Hi, use the following website https://www.journalguardians.com/ to identify list of predatory journals and away from that, moreover they have been adopted fake indexing and fake impact factors. It is better away from this kind of so-called journals.
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Prof. Huu Hao NGO (Ngo) claims to have more than 800 publications! Is this a realistic number or a sign of academic misconduct?
Prof. Huu Hao NGO (Ngo) is an editor for 12 journals at the same time, 7 of them from the same publisher: Elsevier. Is this a conflict of interest or a way to boost his citation count?
including:
- Bioresource Technology (vice chief editor of Bioresource Technology), Elsevier;
- Bioresource Technology Reports, Elsevier
- Science of the Total Environment, Elsevier;
- Journal of Water Process Engineering, Elsevier;
- Heliyon Journal, Elsevier
- Environmental Nanotechnology, Monitoring, and Management, Elsevier;
- Chemical Engineering Journal, Elsevier;
- Journal of Energy and Environmental Sustainability, IJSEES;
- Environmental Science and  Ecotechnology, EHIT;
- Journal of Bioengineered, Taylor & Francis.
- Journal of Environmental Functional Materials (EFM)
- Water Cycle, KeAi
How can Prof. Huu Hao NGO (Ngo) manage to edit so many journals and produce so many papers without compromising the quality and integrity of his work? Is he following the ethical standards of his field?
It appears that Prof. Huu Hao NGO (Ngo) has a tendency to publish a significant number of his works in the journals he edits. For instance, he has published 153 articles in Bioresource Technology, 87 articles in Science of The Total Environment, 25 in Chemical Engineering Journal, and 20 in Journal of Water Process Engineering. This raises questions about the impartiality of the review process and whether his position as an editor influences the acceptance of his papers. It’s crucial for academic integrity that all submissions are treated equally, regardless of the author’s affiliations.
With an impressive record of over 800 publications to his name, Prof. Huu Hao NGO’s (Ngo) publishing rate varies depending on the duration of his career. If we consider a span of 10 years, Prof. Ngo has been producing an average of 80 publications annually, which equates to roughly 7 articles per month or approximately 2 articles every week. However, if we extend this period to 20 years, the rate decreases to approximately 40 publications per year, or about 3-4 articles per month and roughly 1 article per week.
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Hello dears, I would like to invite you to read my ebook "The fantastic microbiological world" for free on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/B0CF1VKKK8)
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According to the journal cited below, methodology should be investigated whenever zone diameters are consistently not within the mean range because there might be an error. Control charts such as Shewhart Diagram, and Westgard rules were mentioned to be helpful in interpreting changes and monitoring the performance, aside from those two, what are the other useful methods that we can utilize to assess the zone diameter issues?
King, A., & Brown, D. F. J. (2001). Quality assurance of antimicrobial susceptibility testing by disc diffusion. Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy, 48(suppl_1), 71–76. https://doi.org/10.1093/jac/48.suppl_1.71
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An important question, I am waiting for the answer, too...
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I sent a manuscript to a Journal for publishing. The journal requested me to nominate three potential reviewers. who can help with this issue? they requested the First name, last name, email, and reason for selecting this reviewer.
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Even here, on RG net. Seek and you shall find.
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I would like to know if the 'Letter to the Editor' published in any reputed scientific research journal (SCI indexed) has any value and adds any marks to the API score.
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A "Letter to the Editor" is typically not considered a research article publication in the same way that original research articles, review articles, or research letters are. "Letter to the Editor" is a specific type of publication in academic journals, newspapers, or magazines where individuals, often experts or scholars in a particular field, express their opinions, provide commentary, or respond to previously published articles or issues. These letters are generally shorter in length and serve different purposes compared to traditional research articles.
While "Letters to the Editor" are valuable for scholarly discourse and can contribute to academic discussions and debates, they are not typically considered primary research contributions.
They may be used to:
  1. Provide opinions or critiques of previously published research or articles.
  2. Raise awareness about specific issues or concerns in a field.
  3. Offer commentary on recent events or developments.
  4. Respond to letters or articles published by others.
In terms of research score or academic impact, "Letters to the Editor" may not carry as much weight as original research articles, which present new data, methodologies, or findings. However, they can still be valuable for sharing insights, opinions, or perspectives on relevant topics in a field. The perceived value of a "Letter to the Editor" may vary depending on the journal or publication in which it appears and the significance of the issues it addresses.
In some cases, academic institutions or organizations that evaluate research contributions may consider "Letters to the Editor" as a form of scholarly engagement or service to the academic community but may not assign them the same level of importance as original research publications when assessing research impact or productivity.
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I am intending to send my review paper to a reputable journal. Since most of the journals nowadays require authors to submit together a graphical abstract, can I compile some of pictures from previous literatures and add on extra information from my review paper?
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Creating graphical abstracts typically involves graphic design software, and there are various tools and websites you can use for this purpose.
Here are some options:
  1. Adobe Illustrator: Adobe Illustrator is a professional-grade vector graphics editor that many designers use to create graphical abstracts. It provides extensive design capabilities and customization options.
  2. Canva: Canva is a user-friendly online design tool with templates for various types of graphics, including graphical abstracts. It offers a free version with a wide range of design elements and a paid version for more advanced features.
  3. Visme: Visme is an online design and infographic tool that allows you to create graphical abstracts, infographics, and presentations. It offers a range of templates and design elements.
  4. Venngage: Venngage is a tool specifically designed for creating infographics and data visualizations. It offers templates and customization options suitable for graphical abstracts.
  5. Piktochart: Piktochart is another online tool for creating infographics and visuals. It provides customizable templates and a user-friendly interface.
  6. Crello: Crello is a graphic design tool that offers templates for various design needs, including graphical abstracts. It's easy to use and suitable for those with little design experience.
  7. Snappa: Snappa is an online graphic design tool with templates for social media, blog posts, and more. While not specifically designed for graphical abstracts, it can be adapted for this purpose.
  8. Microsoft PowerPoint: PowerPoint is a commonly used tool for creating presentations, but it can also be used to design graphical abstracts. It offers basic design capabilities and is widely accessible.
  9. Gravit Designer: Gravit Designer is a free vector graphic design tool available online or as a downloadable application. It's suitable for creating graphical abstracts and offers both basic and advanced design features.
  10. Inkscape: Inkscape is a free, open-source vector graphics editor similar to Adobe Illustrator. It's a powerful tool for creating graphical abstracts, and it's particularly useful if you prefer open-source software.
Remember that the choice of tool may depend on your design proficiency, budget, and specific requirements. Many of these tools offer free versions with limited features and premium versions with more capabilities. Additionally, some scientific journals or institutions may have specific guidelines or templates for creating graphical abstracts, so be sure to check for any such requirements before creating your graphical abstract.
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I will be very happy if I can get as many of such journals as possible in Poultry Science.
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Can someone help me with a good journals (free of APC and publication charges) in poultry production and reproduction?
and journal of agricultural , environmental and veterinary science
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I just uploaded my last article (Trotta A., 2023. Spiders from Liguria) but I don't be able to change the title of the journal. The journal it is not the "Scandinavian Journal of Infectious Diseases".
The right Journal is: Bulletin of Environmental and Life Sciences.
Awaiting your reply, best regards
Alessio Trotta
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Vai su edit e ti permetterà di cambiare. Saluti
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I have prepared a research article about in-app advertising. Considering the word limit and the theme of my paper, I believe that the 'International Journal of Electronic Commerce' is suitable for publishing. However, on this journal's website and published articles, there's no mention of the acceptance time/date and time taken for the first decision. Please, provide relevant information about this journal.
#research #advertising #journal
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Please, write to the editors and ask, you will get an updated information
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Are you able if able then share your thoughts please 🙏.
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Then go for more
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Hello everyone! I am looking for Q1 journals in which it is free to publish in the area of ​​microbiology or pharmacology and I wanted to know if you know of any.
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Revered Dr.Andrea Celeste Arismendi Sosa,
Hope you are from developed countries of Europe.
I came across these top ranked Scopus Indexed Journals are mostly waive off for third world countries stakeholders than others.
I have some list of free Scopus Indexed Journals that I will attach to your email ID.
Since you are from Microbiology that I will find some free Journals in your field of study.
Be in touch with my email ID drsenapathy@gmail.com
I will send in the returning mail reply.
Regards
Senapathy
Ethiopia
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I am preparing a research article on public health and health promotion for a BMC Public Health journal which is open access. My university is not a member of the Springer Nature membership for APC fee waiver. This means that I would have to pay the APC fee myself. This is not fair.
Can anyone provide some support or advice on what I should do. Previous publications have been within hybrid journals, which are not open access and I was happy to take the embargo period.
What subscription only or hybrid journals on public health accept embargo?
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Thanks for your response Gaurav...much appreciated.
I find that universities encourage research active academics, like myself to apply for internal grants such as pump prime or knowledge exchange, but unfortunately don't always support researchers publishing in journals. It does depend upon the institution but the fact remains that writing for publication is challenging and time-consuming, let alone academics having to plan and secure APC funding before they submit artIcles.
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Finding a way to cover the higher article publication fees is a problem because, as we all know, money is king during this season. Please recommend several low-cost or free journals that produce top-notch research articles and have a high impact factor.
I need some suggestions for free SCIE indexed journals in related to mechanical or materials Sciences/engineering with in one month review period?
Specially related to materials fabrications through powder metallurgy or Casting and machining of composite
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I think you will find my answer to the following discussion useful.
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Fe3GeTe2_JXC.inp
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# SPR-KKR input file Fe3GeTe2_JXC.inp
# created by xband on Wed Oct 19 00:10:47 CST 2022
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CONTROL DATASET = Fe3GeTe2
ADSI = JXC
POTFIL = Fe3GeTe2.pot_new_new
PRINT = 0
MODE SP-SREL
TAU BZINT= POINTS NKTAB= 250
ENERGY GRID={5} NE={30}
EMIN=-0.2 Ry
TASK JXC CLURAD=5.0
Fe3GeTe2.sys
Generated by cif2cell 1.2.10. : Failed to get author information, No journal information.
Fe3GeTe2.sys
xband-version
5.0
dimension
3D
Bravais lattice
11 hexagonal primitive 6/mmm D_6h
space group number (ITXC and AP)
194 457
structure type
UNKNOWN
lattice parameter A [a.u.]
7.514117891430
ratio of lattice parameters b/a c/a
1.000000000000 4.113814098534
lattice parameters a b c [a.u.]
7.514117891430 7.514117891430 30.911684119810
lattice angles alpha beta gamma [deg]
90.000000000000 90.000000000000 120.000000000000
primitive vectors (cart. coord.) [A]
0.866025403784 -0.500000000000 0.000000000000
0.000000000000 1.000000000000 0.000000000000
0.000000000000 0.000000000000 4.113814098534
number of sites NQ
12
IQ ICL basis vectors (cart. coord.) [A] RWS [a.u.] NLQ NOQ ITOQ
1 1 0.288675134595 0.500000000000 0.370983755406 3.109661743277 2 1 1
2 1 0.288675134595 0.500000000000 1.685923293861 3.109661743277 2 1 1
3 1 0.577350269190 0.000000000000 2.427890804673 3.109661743277 2 1 1
4 1 0.577350269190 0.000000000000 3.742830343128 3.109661743277 2 1 1
5 2 0.288675134595 0.500000000000 3.085360573900 3.109661743277 2 1 2
6 2 0.577350269190 0.000000000000 1.028453524633 3.109661743277 2 1 2
7 3 0.000000000000 0.000000000000 0.706753262128 3.109661743277 3 1 3
8 3 0.000000000000 0.000000000000 1.350153787139 3.109661743277 3 1 3
9 3 0.000000000000 0.000000000000 2.763660311395 3.109661743277 3 1 3
10 3 0.000000000000 0.000000000000 3.407060836406 3.109661743277 3 1 3
11 4 0.288675134595 0.500000000000 1.028453524633 3.109661743277 3 2 4 5
12 4 0.577350269190 0.000000000000 3.085360573900 3.109661743277 3 2 4 5
number of sites classes NCL
4
ICL WYCK NQCL IQECL (equivalent sites)
1 - 4 1 2 3 4
2 - 2 5 6
3 - 4 7 8 9 10
4 - 2 11 12
number of atom types NT
5
IT ZT TXTT NAT CONC IQAT (sites occupied)
1 52 Te 4 1.000 1 2 3 4
2 32 Ge 2 1.000 5 6
3 26 Fe 4 1.000 7 8 9 10
4 0 Vc 2 0.200 11 12
5 26 Fe 2 0.800 11 12
Can someone tell me what went wrong? Thank you very much!
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SPRKKR uses the mean field approximation (MFA) to calculate the Curie temperature. MFA is known to over-estimate Curie temperature.
For better results you can use Monte Carlo simulations (package : VAMPIRE, uppASD) for calculating Tc.
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Is this journal - " North American Academic Research NAAR" predatory? https://twasp.info/journal/about ?
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I can remember from recent past, that several RG members used to answer questions regarding predatory publishers and journals. But not now, Maybe they just used to search BEALL'S LIST of predatory journals. As this and many others could not be found there.
If we look at the website of the journal there are many concerns, for example, we read
"NAAR is sponsored by TWASP ( The World Association of Scientists & Professionals )"
and when we search the told "Association" we find a website that does not contain any specific information (boards, people, members, missions, manifesto...
But that website matches with the website of NAAR !
Whether it is a predatory or not we need new criteria to judge about the credibility of journals by ourselves.
In this regard my detailed part 3 of my answer in the following discussion, be a good point to start.
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Greetings, does any one have idea regarding the journal in RF and Antenna domain which has the highest impact factor
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I would advise you to also consider journals on applied sciences such as Nature Communications as it also has a high IF (as do many others in the Applied Science category).
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Dear aspiring young researchers, Tech Science Press recognizes the important role that you play in shaping the future of science and technology worldwide. As such, we are looking to recruit early career editorial board members to enhance the quality and increase the international reputation of our journals. Our goal is to create a diverse and talented pool of professionals for the editorial board of each journal, providing a platform for open, free, and equal communication among young researchers. We firmly believe that by working together, we can achieve mutual success and growth. If you are passionate about your field and want to be part of a professional community that is dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge, we welcome your application. As an early career editorial board member, you will have the opportunity to polish your skills, edit high-quality research papers, provide guidance to fellow researchers, and forward important discoveries to the broader scientific community. Join us at Tech Science Press and let us work together towards a brighter future for science and technology. Sincerely, Tech Science Press
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Please email me how to send you my CV.
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Where can I get Latex template for the Springer Journal: International Journal of Information Security? https://www.springer.com/journal/10207
It should be a double-column template.
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I have an article that aligns perfectly with the theme of a special issue in an open-access journal. Regrettably, I currently lack the necessary resources to complete it. Consequently, the article has remained unfinished and unsubmitted to the journal since 2022. I am actively seeking potential collaborators who have expertise in the area of our article and are willing to contribute to the manuscript's revision. Additionally, if possible, collaborators who can share in the publication fees. My primary goal is to find a knowledgeable collaborator who can enhance the quality of our work. Your guidance and suggestions are highly appreciated.
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Recently, I am finding journal has increased their paper submission charges in all countries. It become difficult to find good journals with less charges. So people can suggest me good journals......
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You can think of Indian Journal of Forestry and Indian Forester. Regarding quality of the publications you should check yourself a few published papers first. So far as I know no charges are involved in any stage
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Do you agree with me that the journal's editor's decision regarding your submitted paper is frequently influenced by factors other than the caliber of your work? Unfortunately, your name and your place of residence may be crucial factors in either desk rejection or moving the work to the review procedure.
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I truly agree with this. some journal editors take reject decision directly without passing the article to reviewers based on thier own impression toward authors, maybe the country they belongs to or even based on ideological issue. although, the more important is to have evaluates the paper study impact, technological approach, contribution, novelty and ethical ensure.
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I plan to present my findings on the conference. After that, I want to write a full-text article and submit it to the journal. About 90% of results will be new, while remaining 10% will be from my conference abstract.
Can I include preliminary findings from my conference abstract in further manuscript? It is ethical and do not disagree with policies of journals that "Results reported have not been published elsewhere"?
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Yes, that is still fine. I and most of my university coleagues do/did this regularly. Writing a journal article as a conference follow-up is a good thing because it gives the scholar a way to reach a broader audience.
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Is it possible to index a new scientific journal in ResearchGate?
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Dear friends and colleagues
Hello
I need guidance on choosing the right journal for my work.
1- Although some journals are classified as Q2 in Scopus and have a reputable publisher such as Springer, they are not indexed in the Web of Science and do not have an impact factor. What do you think about these types of journals?
2- As you know, Scopus and Web of Science have classified journals according to Q, which is different in many cases. For example, a journal may be classified as Q1 in Scopus, but the same journal is classified as Q2 in Web of Science. Which Q is the criterion? Universities and research institutes consider researchers' research scores according to which Q?
I am waiting for your valuable answers.
Thank you so much.
Yours sincerely,
Kiumars Khani Aminjan
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Because it covers more journals and records than Web of Science, Scopus delivers citation data from a broader range of sources. When selecting a journal, you must first recognize the database upon which your university depends. You need to search for up-to-date journals listed in your discipline in the selected database and select the one that is most relevant to you.
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Dear Sir,
On belfalf of the others Editors-in-chief of Jornal Brasileiro de Psiquiatria, we would like to know how can we update the page (https://www.researchgate.net/journal/Jornal-Brasileiro-de-Psiquiatria-0047-2085).
Best regards,
Marcia Cristina Nascimento Dourado
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You have to be logged in to ResearchGate as the person who created the page, I guess. If this person is no longer available, you need to negotiate with RG. However, it's peculiar that RG hasn't updated the journal contents in the last decade.
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Hi, everyone!
I'm considering generating a DOI for my thesis, but I wondered if this would be a problem if I wanted to write a paper out of it.
Theoretically, the paper would not be exactly the same as my thesis, but it would be pretty similar.
Does it depend on the journal, or there is no problem whatsoever?
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The DOI should not be a problem, but the thesis posted online. Plagiarism checkers might find too much similarity. But this depends on the journal how this is handled. When submitting the paper (or even in the paper itself) you should indicate that it is based on the thesis.
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If I submit an article in a journal and then agree to publish it as a preprint. But, later it will be rejected by the submitted journal then what can I do?
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A 'preprint' is a draft paper shared before peer review. If rejected, you can submit to another journal, but check their preprint policy first.
Hope this helps.
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Here is the latest JCR Impact Factor 2022 in Excel format without quartiles provided by the Journal Citation Report (JCR), which is released in June 2023.
#Impact_Factor
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#2023
Please send me a private message for this.
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Hi Moni, nobody seems to have them yet.
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Dear all
I've been doing RCT research for a year, and I recruited 54 participants, but the results showed that all my data don't follow the normal distribution!!!!! and so we had to use nonparametric analysis for all of them. My question is, will using non-parametric analysis decrease the value and chance of my study for publication in a top journal?
Any suggestions would be much appreciated, thank you in advance.
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Thank you🙏🏻
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I'm struggling to publish my work because I cannot find a good journal with less publication fee as most of the good journals are charging more than $2000. My work is based on colorimetric LAMP assay with a novel fluorescent dye.
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Do you wish to publish only in open-access journals? These days most journals offer a transformative publishing option, wherein you can choose to publish under a subscription model and you do not have to pay any money.
Elsevier, Springer, Taylor & Francis, Wiley- all these publishers have a hybrid mode of publication and you have to pay only if you choose to publish in an open-access model. These publishers also have a journal suggester/finder page where you just have to put your title, abstract, and keywords and you will be suggested relevant journals. There you can select the journal based on the scope of the journal and opt for the subscription model when submitting, so if in case the paper gets accepted then you don't have to pay at all.
Best!
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I am a researcher in the field of computer science and would like to share my experience as well as my concerns. I have more than 15 years of experience in engineering discipline and almost 8 years of experience in academia.
Many times, I have urge from my senior colleagues and researchers to submit articles in journals which clearly falls in the category of applied science or engineering such as the IEEE journals including its transactions and Elsevier journals.
Generally, from my experience a pure scientific article when submitted to an engineering domain journal often has negative results and most of the time reviews received will be subjective, sometime contradictory, and often reviewers say they are unable to understand the certain aspects of the proposed method or suggest explaining some well-known terms and editor will make ground based on above results to make a negative decision. The problem may not be with the article but the background of reviewers/editors.
From fundamental definition point of view science should focus on the new novel methods and engineering focuses on the application of existing scientific methods to determine the practicality. Of course, not all scientific methods can be practical in an intuitive way at a given time and situation, but novelty is the main concern in scientific methods only. For engineering prospects, the methods are not necessarily to be novel, rather using existing scientific methods and tools it may focus on determining new insights from the application point of view.
But in practice the line between science and engineering has diminished, science journals are publishing engineering articles and engineering journals are publishing the science journals.
Do you think the line between science and engineering has diminished and the potential consequences are discouraging science research?, Please share your experience.
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Hi,
The line between science and engineering journals has probably blurred. This could encourage interdisciplinary work but may also discourage pure scientific research.
Just sharing my thoughts
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I red a paper on an important journal of cardiology. In this work they found that 8 miRNAs were dysregulated in plasma samples of a study cohor of 1710 participants (Controls + patientes affected by Heart failure). I evaluated these 8 miRNAs in plasma samples in a study-cohort of 129 subjects (Controls + Heart failure patients) and I found that only 2 miRNAs were dysregulated according to the work I red. Because I have to explain thi data in "Discussion" I don't know how to explain this difference. Why could be the main reason of these different results? Maybe the size samples or other? Thank you
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Did you the the exact same thing they did in terms of sampling population and methods (reference gene, primers etc). What was their effect sizes, sample statistics such as P-values?
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How do I share a public link of my paper in the network?
I got the journal permission to share the following link of my recent paper
How do I share it technically?
Sincerely
Abira
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The link to your paper at ResearchGate is https://www.researchgate.net/publication/373432696, the link to the page at Springer is http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12144-023-05102-1 . But you do not need a permission to share these links. What exactly do you mean by "How do I share it technically?"
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SEHS
(Science, Engineering and Health Studies)
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Hi Dr. Saran Malisorn, Interesting question
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J.C. Gasparetto, T.M.G. Francisco, R. Pontarolo, The impact of acetonitrile on human health: Clinical and Toxicological Overview, International Journal of Child Health and Human Development. (2012) Vol 5, Issue? Pages?
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Requesting an updated list of Scopus indexed journals (Excel). preferably up to June or July 2023
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See enclosed for the latest Scopus source list.
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Classification of rosehip (Rosa canina L.) genotypes according to different usage purposes and further breeding objectives
  • July 2023
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Dear Editor,
This article was rejected by this journal and we need to remove itfor re-load another journal. We tried to remove this pre-print from our pages. Unfortunately it seems again and again. Please could you help us to remove it completely?
My best regards..
Melekber SULUSOGLU DURUL
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See the end of the page https://explore.researchgate.net/display/support/How+to+make+content+private+or+remove+it. You should contact the ResearchGate's at www.researchgate.net/contact asking to delete this page.
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Is the Journal of Physics & Optics Sciences a predatory journal?
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The journal “Journal of Physics & Optics Sciences” and the publisher behind it “Scientific Research and Community Ltd” are too new to be included in the for example the Beall’s list of potential predatory journals/publishers (https://beallslist.net ). But too many red flags and blunt examples of deceptive and misleading info:
-Take for example the contact info “76 Westwood Road Coventry, Cv56GF West Midlands, UK” (https://www.onlinescientificresearch.com/contact.php ) if one Google this then it renders anything but an office, in others words why hide your place of origin
-Indexing info (https://www.onlinescientificresearch.com/index.php ) is full of meaningless logos and DRJI is an example of a so-called misleading metric (https://beallslist.net/misleading-metrics/ ) often used by predatory journals/publishers
-The prominently PubMed indexed papers is misleading since they ‘abuse’ the fact that papers authored by research that is funded with a NIH grant are automatically indexed in PubMed irrespective of the journal
-Looking at the journal (https://www.onlinescientificresearch.com/journal-of-physics-optics-sciences-home-jpsos.php ) then just look at the enclosed figures, they misleadingly suggest indexing in SCImago while this journal is not indexed in Scopus
-In relation to this mentioning of CiteScore while not being indexed in Scopus is close to fraud and certainly misleading. The same is true for the impact factor mentioned, they are NOT indexed in Clarivate’s SCIE (or ESCI)
-If you Google their Editor-In-Chief “Ephraim Suhir” you find that he is 86 years old…
Anyway, personally I would say avoid this one.
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My article is in the last issue of the Journal of Mathematical Economics and Finance, The Buckingham’s π Theorem: Consequences for the Price Theory,  Vol 9 No 1 (2023): JMEF, Volume IX, Issue 1(16), Summer 2023, was assigned DOI number https://doi.org/10.14505/jmef.v9.1(16).02. However the Research Gate informed me, that this number belongs to another item. The Journal confirmed that the number is unique and belongs to my paper. So please inform me how to proceed.
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Go to the article page here on ResearchGate platform, and then edit author's list. Here is a procedure regarding adding, editing, and removing co-author information:
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I am preparing a manuscript to submit to the journal Expert Systems with Applications. I have these instructions for the submission "It is mandatory that the full names, full affiliation with country and email address of every contributing author must be included in title (authorship) page of the manuscript. The first page of the manuscript should contain the title of the paper, and the full name, full affiliation with country and email address of every contributing author. The second page of the manuscript should begin with the paper abstract. Note that cover letter is not title (authorship) page." Does anybody know how I can achieve this result using the official LaTeX template of elsevier articles (elsarticle.cls)?
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Thank you Hsin-Yuan Chen
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I am currently developing a manuscript which I plan to submit in one of the journal available in the web of science list.
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Please find a list of Web of Science journals, and several others. You can use the tabs at the bottom of the Spreadsheet to navigate between the various indices (e.g. Scopus, IBSS, DOAJ, etc.).
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I’m seeking information about how to change my author affiliation for an article published in the past. I reached out to the journal editor, who stated that the article is indexed by EBSCO and ERIC, so my affiliation is in their database.
Can anyone offer information about (1) whether changing the affiliation is possible and (2) how to go about getting it changed, if it’s possible to make the change?
Thanks a bunch!
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I think it is not possible to change anything in a already published article. Did the journal use a wrong affiliation? Or did your affiliation change after publication or after submission? Usually the institution where the research was done is indicated as affiliation, sometimes with a note "Now with ..." if the affiliation has changed.
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Hello, My question is "Is Global Journals Inc. which based on Wakefield (Massachusetts), MA [according to linkedin profile] has following ISSN and DOI a predatory journal or not?
Online ISSN : 2249-4618
Print ISSN : 0975-5888
DOI : 10.17406/GJMRA
My first thought, it is "predatory"?
Thank you in advance.
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More specifically in the fields of sensory devices, multi-modal systems, HAR etc.
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Journal of Supercomputing
AdHoc Networks
Wireless Networks
IEEE Sensors Journal
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Someone can help me to download the LaTex template of the International Journal of Electronics and Communications ( Elsevier)? thanks
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I think there is a unified template for Elsevier Journals that is elsevier.cls, you can check it out here https://ctan.org/tex-archive/macros/latex/contrib/elsarticle
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How to Avoid predatory trap and unlisted journals?
How to avoid any trap as researcher?
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To avoid failing into the trap, do the following:
1. Verify the journal's reputation and quality through trusted sources.
2. Check the journal's website for information such as its policies, scope, contacts details and fees.
3. Evaluate the journal's editorial standards and process.
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Is it widely accepted in the academic community to share a preprint of your paper immediately after submitting it to a journal? My concern is that if author names are disclosed in the preprint, it might compromise the integrity of the peer review process. When reviewers are aware of the authors' identities due to the preprint, it becomes challenging to conduct a blind review. As the double-blind review implies that both the reviewers and authors remain anonymous to each other during the review process.
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What does it mean if the status date changes while the status remains with editor?
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In the context of a submission or process, such as a manuscript submission to a journal or an application for a program, the "status date" refers to the date when a change in the status of the submission or process occurred. The "status" typically represents the stage or phase that the submission or process is currently in.
If the status date changes while the status remains as "editor," it suggests that there has been some form of activity or update related to the submission, even though it hasn't progressed beyond the "editor" stage. This could indicate various possibilities:
Editorial Review: The manuscript or submission is being reviewed by the editor(s) for suitability, compliance, or other initial checks. A change in the status date might indicate that the editor has reviewed the submission, provided comments, or taken some action related to the initial review.
Waiting for Decision: The submission might be under consideration by the editor(s), who are discussing its suitability for the next steps. The status date could change if there is any activity related to these discussions, such as updates or conversations among the editorial team.
Communication: Editors might have sent correspondence to the submitter, and this could trigger a change in the status date even if the overall status remains the same. This could include requests for revisions, clarifications, or additional information.
Administrative Updates: Sometimes, changes in status date occur due to administrative updates, such as entering data into a system, updating the submission's metadata, or making notes for internal tracking.
Technical Glitches: In some cases, a change in the status date might be due to technical glitches or errors in the system used for tracking submissions.
It's important to note that the precise meaning of status changes and their associated dates can vary depending on the system or process being used.
If you're unsure about what a specific status change signifies, it's a good idea to consult the guidelines or support resources provided by the organization or platform handling the submission. If there are any concerns or questions about the status change, reaching out to the relevant contact (such as a journal's editorial office) can provide clarification.
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Professional service to the University and Research community is a category for fulfilling tenure requirements. What has been your experience with being an Editor for a Special Journal issue in your discipline towards the latter?
Many thanks,
Debra
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If your institution literally "counts points," then no it probably wouldn't count. But in general it indicates that you are recognized as an expert in your field, which should indeed be valued.
One indirect benefit might be that you could ask either the journal editor(s) or some of the authors in the special issue to be references for your tenure review. In my experience, getting strong reviews from senior scholars definitely does count.
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They ask me to pay the APC, but I refuse and send retracted letter, but they did not reply to me.
Now, the paper has been published.
What can he do now?
The question is from one of my friends.
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It seems that this narrative needs to be corrected.
Did not your friend know about paying APC, from the beginning?
who sent "retracted letter"?
your friend?
Then you add
Now, the paper has been published.
with your friend' name as author? or some one else?
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There are several factors that contribute to the challenges faced by many PhD and MSc students when attempting to produce publishable articles for international journals.
Why are many PhD and MSc students challenged in producing publishable article for international journal?
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Hi,
PhD and MSc students often find it challenging to produce articles suitable for international journals because of their early-stage research skills, the stringent standards of these journals, the balancing time between studies and writing, potential language barriers, and the prevailing academic emphasis on publishing.
Hope this helps.
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I am currently organizing a Special Issue “Advances in Oral Diseases Diagnosis and Management”( https://www.mdpi.com/journal/diagnostics/special_issues/584F7X4O84) as Guest Editor in collaboration with Diagnostics (IF 3.992, https://www.mdpi.com/journal/diagnostics), an open access journal published by MDPI, Switzerland.
Papers may be submitted from now until 31 December 2023 as papers will be published on an ongoing basis if accepted for publication following peer review. Submitted papers should not be under consideration for publication elsewhere. We also encourage authors to send a short abstract or tentative title to the Editorial Office in advance (freida.chen@mdpi.com).
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For original research or reviews?
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Many researche published his/her research paper in SCI index, web of Science, Scopus index and UGC care list but which one is best.
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If you're primarily interested in specific scientific disciplines, the SCI or Web of Science might be more suitable. If you're looking for broader coverage across various fields, Scopus might be preferred.
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I need to submit my manuscript to a journal with fast publication-it can be paid-. The paper is about fluid Mechanics related to wind turbine aerodynamic prediction using numerical method.
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Energy Conversion and Management - 1.4 Weeks (Time to First Decision)
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Conflict of interest (Journal of Water Process Engineering JWPE Elsevier) - https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jwpe.2021.102478 (Nanofiltration membrane processes for water recycling, reuse and product recovery within various industries: A review)
The article is authored by Nor Naimah Rosyadah Ahmad, Wei Lun Ang, Yeit Haan Teow, Abdul Wahab Mohammad, and Nidal Hilal. According to the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), editors who make final decisions about manuscripts should recuse themselves from editorial decisions if they have conflicts of interest or relationships that pose potential conflicts related to articles under consideration. Editors should also ensure that articles are reviewed by independent and qualified reviewers who do not have any conflicts of interest with the authors or the research. Furthermore, editors should publish a list of relevant interests (financial, academic and other kinds) of all editorial staff and members of editorial boards. In this case, it seems that the co-editor in chief, coauthor, and the corresponding author of the article is the same person, Abdul Wahab Mohammad. This could raise the question of bias in the editorial decision and peer review process, as well as in the research reported in the article. It could also create a perception of conflict of interest among the readers and other researchers in the field. Therefore, it would be advisable for the journal to disclose this information and explain how they handled this situation to ensure a fair and rigorous evaluation of the article. In this case, it is not clear whether Abdul Wahab Mohammad recused himself from the editorial decision or whether he appointed another editor to handle his article. It is also not clear whether he disclosed his role as editor in chief to the reviewers or whether he ensured that the reviewers were independent and unbiased. Moreover, it is not clear whether he declared his conflict of interest in the article itself or whether he obtained consent from his co-authors to act as the corresponding author. These are some of the issues that should be addressed by the journal to avoid any suspicion or criticism of their editorial practices. Therefore, how JWPE managed this potential conflict of interest? There is concern about the lack of transparency and accountability in the editorial process of JWPE.
The editors of the Journal of Water Process Engineering (JWPE) have a responsibility to identify and report conflicts of interest to the publisher. However, in this instance, they have failed to fulfill this duty. This failure raises serious questions about the integrity of the editorial process and suggests that loyalty may have been prioritized over ethical standards. Such behavior undermines the credibility of the journal and calls for immediate action to address the issue.
Here is a list of all the editors and their affiliations:
- Co-Editors in Chief:
- Nicholas Hankins, PhD, Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford, United Kingdom
- Abdul Wahab Mohammad, PhD, Research Centre for Sustainable Process Technology Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia
- Xiaochang C. Wang, PhD, Xi'an University of Architecture & Technology, School of Environmental & Municipal Engineering, China
- Section Editors:
- Physicochemical processes:
- Xiaochang C. Wang, PhD, Xi'an University of Architecture & Technology, School of Environmental & Municipal Engineering, China
- Ludovic (Ludo) F Dumee, PhD, Khalifa University, Department of Chemical Engineering, United Arab Emirates
- Akeem Oladipo, PhD, Eastern Mediterranean University, Cyprus⁶[6]
- Biological & Ecological Processes:
- Abdul Wahab Mohammad, PhD, National University of Malaysia, Malaysia
- Wenshan Guo, PhD, University of Technology Sydney School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Australia
- Membrane Processes:
- Nicholas Hankins, PhD, University of Oxford, United Kingdom
- Shihong Lin, PhD, Vanderbilt University, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, United States of America
- Process Modelling & Optimization:
- Guangming Jiang, PhD, University of Wollongong, School of Civil, Mining and Environmental Engineering, Australia
- Abdul Wahab Mohammad, PhD, National University of Malaysia, Malaysia
- Editors:
- Sadao Araki, PhD, Kansai University, Japan
- Rong Chen, PhD, Xi'an University of Architecture & Technology, School of Environmental & Municipal Engineering, China
- Tzyy Haur Chong, PhD Nanyang Technological University School of Civil and Environmental Engineering Singapore
- Choe Earn Choong ,PhD Kwangwoon University Plasma Bioscience Research Center South Korea
- Jinming Duan ,Ph.D University of South Australia Adelaide Australia
- Xiaohong Guan ,PhD East China Normal University School of Ecology and Environmental Sciences China
- Fangang Meng ,Prof. Sun Yat-Sen University School of Environmental Science and Engineering China
- Mu. Naushad ,PhD King Saud University Department of Chemistry Saudi Arabia
- Huu Hao Ngo ,PhD University of Technology Sydney Australia
- Xing Yang KU Leuven Science and Technology Group Department of Chemical Engineering Belgium
- Special Issues Editor:
- Ludovic (Ludo) F Dumee ,PhD Khalifa University Department of Chemical Engineering United Arab Emirates
- Editorial Board Members:
- Ahmed Abdel-Wahab ,PhD Texas A&M University at Qatar Department of Chemical Engineering Qatar
- Soroush Abolfathi ,PhD University of Warwick Coventry United Kingdom
- Abdul Latif A. Latif binAhmad Science University of Malaysia Minden Malaysia
- Takashi Azuma ,Ph.D. Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduate School Japan
- Luiza Campos ,PhD DIC FRSC MSc BEng University College London London United Kingdom
- Chart Chiemchaisri ,D.Eng. Kasetsart University Department of Environmental Engineering Thailand
- Viatcheslav Freger Technion Israel Institute of Technology Haifa Israel
- Li Gao ,PhD South East Water Ltd Frankston Australia
- Vitaly Gitis ,PhD Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Be'er Sheva Israel
- Nigel Graham Imperial College London London United Kingdom
- Faisal Hai ,PhD University of Wollongong Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences Australia