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"The business or profession of the commercial production and issuance of literature" (Webster's 3d). It includes the publisher, publication processes, editing and editors. Production may be by conventional printing methods or by electronic publishing.
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The only confirmed theory of gravity is the general theory of relativity. It is confirmed by the results of observations. In particular, it has been confirmed that our Universe is described by Riemannian space. It has disadvantages: there are non-physical features in the solutions.
It would seem that there is nothing more important than general relativity and that is what we need to deal with... BUT
A favorite subject of thousands of unscrupulous studies, “black holes” are just an extremely deep potential hole. Against this background, the only full-fledged theory of general relativity is something unnecessary and insignificant. A similar situation is in cosmology - hypotheses are introduced and non-existent objects are considered as real.
At the same time, research into general relativity is considered incorrect and rejected without explanation. This indicates, in particular, that the system of publishing and financing science has outlived its usefulness. The system has closed on itself.
New research is not taken seriously. Science officials act according to a rule that excludes everything new and incomprehensible. Everything is managed by “effective managers”. They will never allow a “patent office employee” into their business.
Meanwhile, there are works that make the part of science that imitates scientific activity useless.
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Stefan Bernhard Rüster "I see absolutely no reason why the energy density of the gravitational field must not be negative."
The reason is in the relation between radiation and the field energy content. Contradictory effects would emerge if via radiation an accelerated mass adapts its gravitational field to its new velocity. A negative amount of energy would be necessary in the aperiodic part of the radiation to modify the field according to the new state of the particle movement. But acceleration of a mass exclusively involves positive energy contributions.
If the absolute amount of the energy contained in the gravitational field would be negative, then a mass had no chance to adapt via radiation its gravitational field to its new velocity.
The only mechanism for this field adaption, we can imagine, is radiation. Something else would imply a completely new aspect in physics.
The energy transfer from acceleration to radiation involves a force, which reduces the acceleration. But if the field energy would be absolutely negative, the reaction force of the radiation would increase the acceleration.
Every particle then would be subject of a run-away effect.
Keep in mind that all these aspects only emerge from the energy content of force fields. Without this energy content the aperiodic radiation component would be zero and a negative energy density also would't be an issue.
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Review paper publishing for pharmacological studies.
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After my submission was rejected by a Springer journal, I recently received an email from someone called Avinash Dhangar, who claims to be a "Submission Editorial Advisor" at the Springer Nature Transfer Desk. He offer to help with some journal titles to resubmit to. Do you think this is reliable? How can I be sure that he really works for Springer? Thanks.
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Usiemure O. Christopher Thank you for your interesting answer. I was half-sure because, on the one hand, he already knew about the rejected manuscript, and on the other hand, the logo of the SpringerNature website is composed of two letters (SN) in blue and red. As for Springer website, the official logo is a horse. Gratefully,
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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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How should ChatGPT technology be improved and how should copyright legal norms be revised so that the continued development of different solutions, generations etc. of artificial intelligence technology and its new applications is not a problem for the development of science, scientific research, describing and publishing research results, etc. just to support the development of science?
The research shows that the development of artificial intelligence technology and its new applications, including the technology of the ChatGPT intelligent language model made available on the Internet, is currently proceeding at a much faster pace in terms of adapting legal norms to the new situation of rapidly developing new applications of this technology. In addition, the developing new applications of the artificial intelligence solutions available to Internet users generate not only positive aspects. For example, there are already numerous situations of disinformation on social media using photos, texts and videos generated by certain artificial intelligence solutions available on the Internet. In addition to this, the possibility of generating the texts of articles and essays using the ChatGPT language model available on the Internet, which does not show data sources, source publications or bibliography footnotes, generates a serious problem of violation of basic copyright issues. In addition, the ChatGPT-generated texts do not contain information indicating whether they are entirely the product of artificial intelligence creativity or whether they are, however, texts produced by 'assembling' them by combining paragraphs and assignments borrowed from other Internet-accessible publications, articles, book texts, etc., which were added to the database used by ChatGPT in 2021 after being downloaded from the Internet. This problem could also apply to the many other artificial intelligence solutions available on the Internet capable of generating images, videos, innovations, patents, computer software, new drugs, technical designs, artistic works, etc. It is therefore also necessary to build a digital labelling system for the various "works" created by artificial intelligence in order to distinguish them from what is directly created by humans. In addition to this, the improvement of such creative artificial intelligence systems should also address the issue of the automatic display of data sources, reference publications, annotated bibliographies and the elimination of the possibility of plagiarism in this way. It is also necessary to adapt the legal norms in the field of copyright law and, for example, also tax law relating to the issue of taxation of work carried out by artificial intelligence replacing humans in certain positions in companies and enterprises. In addition, other issues that require adaptation of legal norms to the current situation of different applications of artificial intelligence are how to solve the issue of authorship and gratification for "works" created by a robot or other machine equipped with an artificial intelligence system, when an intelligent robot has been produced by one company and another company has purchased it, and it is within the latter company that the AI-equipped robot has created certain "works" such as photographs, films, innovations, patents, computer software, new medicines, technical designs, artistic works, etc., which have been created by the robot. In view of the above, it is obvious that the development of artificial intelligence should develop in such a way that it does not get out of hand. This means, for example, that ChatGPT technology should be improved and legal norms regarding copyright should be amended so that the continued development of various solutions, generations, etc. of artificial intelligence technology and its new applications is not a problem for the development of science, scientific research, describing and publishing research results, etc., but only supports the development of science.
In view of the above, I address the following question to the esteemed community of scientists and researchers:
How should ChatGPT technology be improved and how should copyright legal norms be revised so that the continued development of various solutions, generations, etc. of artificial intelligence technology and its new applications is not a problem for the development of science, scientific research, describing and publishing research results, etc. only to support the development of science?
What do you think about this topic?
What is your opinion on this subject?
Please respond,
I invite you all to discuss,
Thank you very much,
Warm regards,
Dariusz Prokopowicz
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In connection with the above issue, it is necessary to build a system for labeling all kinds of creations, products, works made by artificial intelligence so that every user of certain goods, including publications created by artificial intelligence and available, among others, on the Internet, will know that this thing was created by artificial intelligence. In addition to this, it is necessary to create automated, standardized, reliable, etc. systems that accurately demonstrate the sources, footnotes, authorship of the various parts of a given work, which was created by an artificial intelligence, which in the course of creating a specific work combined various creations of human creativity.
What do you think about this topic?
Please answer,
I invite everyone to join the discussion,
Thank you very much,
Best wishes,
Dariusz Prokopowicz
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ResearchGate is an invaluable unique never-ending Global Medical Conference, wherein a constant meeting and clashing of scientific and philosophic minds, canonical beliefs, myths, assumptions, concepts, advances, proposals, and true meaning of data and serendipity in a truly stimulatory environment has become possible on innumerable fronts.
The provision of publishing of pre-prints with DOI is nothing but historic, giving whistleblowers the invaluable chance to correct the course of many-a-Titanic-like doomed scientific thrusts.
ResearchGate bridges the yawing gaps in thinking between the Institutions and the far-more independent individuals who do not have to justify research grants or seek patents or tenure or nebulous and shady/shadowy/unsavory associations with the overpowering device- and drug-manufacturing medical Industry, and encourages critical thinking with a stimulatory comment section.
Knowledge for sake of knowledge itself has evaporated from current medical scientific perspective. Now knowledge is a jostling competition for columns in journals, with well-established periodicals clearly favouring Institutional contributions and contributors. History suggest a near universal/global rule that innovation comes from the most unexpected direction, against stiff resistance from the leading authorities in the field (Horrobin, Lancet, 1996:348:1293-1295).
What additional avenues can ResearchGate provide to accelerate the pace of human scientific thinking and expose hope, hype and hokum in the garb of science?
The philosophy of science / scientific thinking / scientific notion precedes every data gathering-expedition. A hyper-focus on the philosophy of science and on fence-sitters of science who never respond to comments of their own data banks can accelerate forward momentum.
A separate section on SYNTHESES could be created to emphasize their invaluable contribution to human sciences.
ResearchGate has much to contribute to science, its potential is vast, and its future is a glowing beacon setting it apart from traditional periodicals and journals that are becoming more and more mercenary, that seek to keep egg-off-the faces of privileged authors and so-called leaders-in-science, remain steeped in tradition, and seek the future in the past.
Much of OPEN ACCESS published articles wield the ugly power of finance from sources with vested interests and deep pockets that will ultimately raise the question even with RCCTs sitting at the apex of the evidentiary pyramid: whose evidence is it, anyway?
Eventually, ResearchGate will invite its readers to give away in quasi-ceremony from their own research dens -- the Fortresses of Solitude -- the Whistle-Blower of the Year Award, even if it just a mention on paper/website. Progress is an amazing output of the rare creative mind willing to share and daring to bare. The rest is chaff.
The apocalypse of scientific drivel envelops (almost) all of us. Technology and statistics has kidnapped our ability to think critically and constructively and positively, to see the wood for the trees, to see the pattern where none existed previously, and to create the logical matrix out of nothingness. Everything in the vastness of all the galaxies has been created out of the Supreme Nothingness.
I leave you all with lines of sheer magic. Magic that has unfolded the Universe of Migraine and its manifold medical associations to me, the instrument only, and that I have not hesitated to share. Despite being accused of a messianic zeal, I will complete the part of the work assigned to me by Nature.
" Every research question has a different approach. True progress in science requires the ability to grapple with the immeasurable, the daring to view phenomenology differently, to give birth to and maintain a disquieting but penetrating dys-synchrony, to confront and not be overawed by history or consensus, to sustain searing self-criticism, and to carry curiosity and imagination to a defensible and generalizable conclusion." (Gupta, Functional Neurology, 2019)
Where you start invariably determines where you will end.
I have taken 8 decades to reach here.
Take this jump start to your advantage -- begin here.
Let ResearchGate bask in your glory reflected from the one and only GLORY.
13 SEP 2023
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Here are some discussions about ResearchGate in general:
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Dear Scholars,
I hope all of you are doing well. At present, we all are trying our level best to do research. I am facing publishing articles in Scopus Indexed for a huge publication cost. Is there anyone who can fund or arrange funds so that we can work together?
Thanks.
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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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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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Publishing a paper
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ResearchGate is not a publisher, you cannot publish a paper here. It is a platform for papers published in journals, or to present unpublished texts, data etc. See also "Is ResearchGate a publisher?" in https://explore.researchgate.net/display/support/Getting+started. See also https://explore.researchgate.net/display/support/How+to+add+research for instructions how to upload publications. There is no fee for this.
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Hi All,
I’m often asked to suggest academic Design Journals, but find it hard to find a 'one-stop' list so researchers/ students can review and select. I’ve started a rough list in no particular order (link below). Any Design related journal suggestions would be welcome, from Innovation to engineering, education to ergonomics, UX to Design history, etc. Discipline-specific or Interdisciplinary.
Please offer some suggestions and Il add them to the list. Looking for quality, peer-reviewed offerings.
Thanks alot!
P.J.
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Hi all
I've added all your suggestions to the list of Design Journals and created a clickable table of categories for easier search:
Please feel free to add and share.
The categories include:
  • General Design Journals
  • Design in Business/ Management/ Strategy/ Innovation
  • Built Environment / Architecture/Interiors/ Planning
  • Social Design/ Sustainability
  • Product Design/ Industrial Design/ Ergonomics
  • UX/ HCI
  • Visual Communications/ Information Design
  • Fashion/ Textile Design
  • Art/ Philosophy
  • Design and Policy
  • Design History
  • Design and Engineering
  • Prototyping /3D Printing
  • Design and AI
  • Design and Health
  • Design Education
  • Design Creativity and Craft
  • Design and Food
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May I know how to send my article for publication here or I'm I to send already published paper (as an attachment) to be uploaded here?
I needed to be properly guided on this.
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Please note that ResearchGate is not a publisher, you cannot publish a paper here. It is a platform for papers published in journals, or to present unpublished texts, data etc. See also "Is ResearchGate a publisher?" in https://explore.researchgate.net/display/support/Getting+started.
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I am pleased to share with you a comprehensive list of esteemed book editorials for call for chapters from renowned publishers including Taylor and Francis, IGI Global, IET Press, Elsevier, De Gruyter, Wiley Scrivener, and Apple Academic Press. As an editor associated with these reputable publishers, with these books, I take great pride in curating impactful publications that contribute to the advancement of knowledge in various domains and audience. In addition to providing the list of editorial members who will oversee the development of each book project, I also include important information such as submission deadlines and manuscript submission links via email. Authors who submit their chapters will be entitled to receive a copy of the final hardbound publication which will be made available both online and offline in leading bookstores and university libraries. Please note that these editorial lists are dynamic entities that undergo regular updates. We strive for excellence throughout the entire publishing process by ensuring rigorous edits and modifications are made based on expert feedback received from reviewers. It is important to acknowledge that after chapter submissions have been collected for each book project – an update we promptly communicate with authors – it typically takes approximately three months for our dedicated team at the publishing houses to complete the editorial print process before circulation. This timeline accounts for necessary revisions and refinements required during production stages. We look forward to receiving your valuable contributions towards shaping these books into influential scholarly works within your respective fields. Together, let us embark on this journey of knowledge creation while upholding high standards of academic excellence and University faculties and researchers from different fields will be benefitted from publishing their chapters with the book editorials.
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12. ADCOM -Cloud-native Architecture (CNA) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Software Engineering
Editors : Pethuru Raj, Mats A.,Pushan Kumar Dutta, Sundaravadivazhagan , Gayathri
Publisher Elsevier UK
Deadline : December 1st, 2024
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It is a question that I came across while reading answers to questions regarding expensive fees being charged to professional authors by global prominent publishers, in order, to get their manuscripts/articles/books/etc. published.
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I completely share your perspective that ResearchGate (RG) could greatly benefit from establishing a dedicated publishing company. In my view, ResearchGate (RG) stands out as an incredibly compelling and engaging academic social networking platform within the scientific community. Its significance becomes even more pronounced when considering its extensive user base and wide-reaching impact.
In practical terms, ResearchGate (RG) has rightfully earned its position as one of the foremost platforms for academic social interaction. Its status as one of the largest social media networks for the scientific community is a testament to its success. By serving as both a hub and a conduit for the exchange of information and insights among scientists, experts, researchers, and practitioners, ResearchGate (RG) plays a pivotal role in facilitating collaboration and knowledge dissemination.
Personally, I share your gratitude for the invaluable opportunities that ResearchGate (RG) affords. This platform provides an unparalleled gateway to an expansive array of researchers, papers, projects, inquiries, and vibrant discussion threads that would be otherwise challenging to access. It's evident that ResearchGate (RG) has become a cornerstone for networking and information exchange, fostering connections that drive innovation and advancement.
In essence, ResearchGate (RG) seamlessly combines the dynamics of a social media platform with a resolute focus on academia and research. Its unique blend of features and functionalities serves to empower researchers and scholars in ways that were previously unavailable. Therefore, the prospect of ResearchGate (RG) establishing a publishing company appears not only promising but also aligned with the platform's commitment to fostering academic growth and collaboration.
Thank you for sharing your insightful perspective, and I wholeheartedly concur with your assessment of ResearchGate (RG) as a vital force in the academic community.
Best regards,
Nidhal
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Hi there, I would like to publish my undergraduate research in relation to Attention Restoration Theory and Stress Reduction Theory. Where is the best place to get this published?
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I might consider doing that. Thank you for your reply
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We submitted a manuscript to PLOS ONE and were accepted for publication on July 12, 2023. We paid the article processing charge a few days later, but the article has still not been published (after 40 days). A DOI has been generated but it leads nowhere (10.1371/journal.pone.0289151).
We have tried contacting PLOS ONE through multiple email addresses and have received no response. We also tried to call the phone number listed on our invoice to confirm payment, but were directed to an automated message that told us to send them an email. Due to 'high volume' they expected to get back to us in 7-10 business days.
Has anyone else had delays in publishing with PLOS lately?
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It is possible you are dealing with one of the predator journals. Kindly do background checks on Journals before submitting your manuscript or making any financial commitment. Thanks
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I submitted a paper to a journal of Emerald Publishing. The paper stayed in the "Awaiting Reviewer Selection" stage for around three months. But all of a sudden, instead of moving to "Under Review", the status changed to "Awaiting AE Recommendation". Is the change due to complexity in finding a suitable reviewer? Or are they considering the paper not fit enough to be reviewed?
N.B. The average time taken by the journal to accept a paper is below 6 months.
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Hi all, thanks for your insights. The paper was ultimately accepted with minor corrections. I guess the reviewer took too little time to make the decision. The "under review" stage possibly therefore lasted for a short span.
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In today's complex academic landscape, determining a good journal involves considering multiple factors that go beyond traditional metrics, particularly given the rise of predatory journals and the proliferation of questionable practices in publishing.
Are traditional metrics like Impact Factor still relevant indicators of a journal's quality? What other metrics could be considered? How do we distinguish the good from the not-so-bad journals? What criteria should guide our assessment? I believe these questions are even more demanding for young/early-career researchers.
What do you think?
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You should focus on articles that have the same topic as yours and have many quotes on them. That magazine that was published in a researcher is the best for your topic.
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Scopus free charge journals
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Journal should be selected based on your research area on which you are working. Each journal possess its own style and quality. If your work matches their standard you can choose it.
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l know it can vary depending on the specific journal and field of study. However, generally speaking, and in your opinion, what is the best time to submit a paper?
  • June, July & August
  • September, October & November
  • December, January & February
  • March, April & May
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From my experience, the time spent under review was slightly less for manuscripts that I've submitted in the winter, and/or in early spring. However, it really depends. There could be special issues/conference proceedings that can determine a significantly higher number of submissions than average within certain journals and therefore this could impact the speed of decisions.
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I am interested in publishing research on deep learning-based automatic speech recognition (ASR) for a specific low-resource language. What are the key areas or research gaps that I should focus on to contribute to this field? Are there any influential papers or research works that I should read to gain a comprehensive understanding of the current state-of-the-art in this area? I would greatly appreciate any guidance or recommendations from experts in this field. Thank you in advance!
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The research gaps include data scarcity, lack of text transcriptions, challenges with out-of-vocabulary words, and handling accent and dialect variability. Additionally, code-switching and multilingualism, model adaptation, and robustness to adverse acoustic conditions are important areas for exploration.
You can focus on developing novel data augmentation techniques, effective transfer learning and multilingual modeling, and exploring unsupervised and semi-supervised learning methods. Investigate robustness to adverse acoustic conditions, devise language-specific modeling approaches, and work on active learning and data collection strategies to optimize the annotation process.
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Can anyone help me find fast publishing scopus indexed journals in Computer science domain
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Just Visit the Scopus site and filter computer science Journals, you will see the list of scopus indexed journals in Computer science domain, further apply filter to find fast publishing journals in your domain.
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What is your experience as the author of a research monograph or scholarly book published in the United Kingdom and of a similar publication in the United States?
If you had to choose between being the author of a book published in England or the author of a book published in the United States, which would you choose?
What are the advantages (or disadvantages) of publishing a book-length work in any nation with which you have had a pleasant (or unpleasant) experience?
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Dear Nancy Ann Watanabe , I have published many books, but I am not experienced with publishing practice neither in US, nor in England. Thanks for sharing the question.
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Top 500” Nigerian Authors for year 2020-2023 in Nigeria as captured by SciVal (An instrument used by the publishing giant, Elsevier and the Times Higher Education to rank World Class Universities).
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Heigher education
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Can someone publish using research.
If yes, at what cost?
How long does it take before the article is available online?
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ResearchGate is not a publisher, you cannot publish a paper here. It is a platform for papers published in journals, or to present unpublished texts, data etc. See also "Is ResearchGate a publisher?" in https://explore.researchgate.net/display/support/Getting+started and https://explore.researchgate.net/display/support/How+to+add+research.
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Is there a journal that would publish study protocol for no or very small fee? We are doing national study but it would be nice to get a protocol out so we attract more collaborators. (Study is on nipple discharge and breast cancer)
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Hello Dr Monika Rezacova
I would suggest you can also look for journals on cancer or specifically, breast cancer. While they might not advertise for these protocol type papers, they might be interested in your work.
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British journals in my area of expertise do not conduct peer review processes! Articles are based on stolen and copied knowledge published in the name of people that have not researched the subject at all! Does the phenomenon have anything to do with the tendency of British culture to misappropriate the treasures of other cultures or does the British Academy fulfil its scientific role in this way (and we all have to reluctantly accept its hubris)?
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Thank you Mike O'Brien for your comment. If Taylor&Francis and Routledge do, it is not certain that Royal Society does not. We need to he suspicious, cautious, and to have our finger on the pulse.
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AccScience Publishing
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Be careful with this recommendation. See my reply of July 3th 2023 here https://www.researchgate.net/post/Is_AccScience_Publishing_a_reputable_publishing_house and ask yourself whether you agree that this is not a safe choice.
Best regards.
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سلام،
أريد ارسال كتابي في ميكانيك الكم لنشره في احدى ور النشر باللغة العربية و التي تستعمل Latex
شكرا
Hi everybody, Salam
I want to send my book in quantum mechanics for publishing in one of the Arabic publishing houses that use LaTeX.
Thank you
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شكرا جزيلا
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How are generative AI Using ChatGPT and Google Bars are redefining Academic Publishing?
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There are various ethical issues to consider while using generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Bard in academic publishing . These include concerns about the authenticity and originality of content generated through such tools, the potential for bias in AI models used for research, and the issue of ownership and attribution of AI-generated content. Additionally, there are concerns about the use of these AI tools to automate labor that would otherwise be performed by human researchers, leading to potential job displacement in the academic industry. These issues call for careful consideration and evaluation of the ethical implications of using generative AI in academic publishing.
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Roger Blackwell, Ph. D. and Roger A. Bailey, Ph.D. Objective Prosperity: How Behavioral Economics Could Improve Outcomes for You, Your Business, and Your Nation. Rothstein Publishing, 2022.
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make sure that you have an ISBN number
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I want to submit my work on "International Journal of Microbiology" (Hindawi)?
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Dear Sudeep Poudel The impact factor as indicated by Phil Geis is legit. Since June 2023 Clarivate assigned journals indexed in their ESCI an impact factor, as announced for example here https://clarivate.com/blog/mapping-the-path-to-future-changes-in-the-journal-citation-reports/
The journal is as indicated in their own indexing info https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ijmicro/ai/ still indexed in Clarivate’s Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI) and has an impact factor of 3.4
Best regards.
PS. Unfortunately nobody here on RG seems to have the JCR report list with the IF of all ESCI titles (yet).
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I am looking for documents relating to the permission of the US Office of Military Government in post-war Germany in 1946 to allow a single person to found a publishing house / media firm for special interest magazines, explaining why this person was allowed to open such a sensitive business. I thint that under record group number 260.4.4 Records of the Information Services Division it would be most likely to find such information, but I do not have any experience with such historical matters at all. Under the link https://catalog.archives.gov/search?q=*:*&f.recordGroupNumber=260&f.level=recordgroup&offset=0 I was not able to narrow my search to subgroups, so all results for record group 260 were displayed. Does anyone know how I am able to narrow my search to 260.4.4 and if there is any possibility to completely download a search result? So far I can only navigate through all jpegs of one search result.
If anyone has any other idea where to start my search I would be very thankful for any advice.
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thank you very much. you have any contacts who specialised in analysing us military government records in post-war germany?
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After devoting months to publishing my work, it is considered to be plagariazed as it was posted as a preprint in research gate. How can I get removal it from the database as it is showing similarities pleas!
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See https://explore.researchgate.net/display/support/How+to+make+content+private+or+remove+it for instructions. Note also the last paragraph - if you did not upload the full text yourself, you will not be able to delete it. Use https://www.researchgate.net/contact in this case.
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What are the main differences between publishing in high-scoring scientific journals and low-scoring or no points?
The scientist tries to publish in high-ranked places but he is not always able to publish in other journals, which are low-scoring or without points. It depends on the field in which it operates scientifically, how many scientific journals are scored in a given field and what are the requirements and limitations.
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I invite you to the discussion
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High-ranking journals usually also have a high level of citability and recognition on the Internet. If any of you would be interested in scientific cooperation in joint research projects and team publishing in the field of sustainable development, green economy transformation, determinants of the development of a green closed loop economy, green energy transformation, development of renewable and zero-emission energy sources and publishing articles in a high-scoring journal, please write a message to my e-mail address: darprokop111@gmail.com.
I invite you to scientific cooperation and publishing,
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I have been invited to join the editorial board of a journal called 'Arts & Communication', which appears on the website of ACCScience to be a newly launched publication. However, I have looked up some of the people on the editorial board - and some are very established scholars - but I cannot see mention anywhere of their involvement with 'Arts & Communication'. The invitation email looked genuine (none of the usual spelling errors, etc). If anyone can provide insight, I would be grateful.
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Dear Ann Murray ,
As indicated by Wolfgang R. Dick it is always a good thing to check the Beall's list first. Because people do this routinely when it comes to new/unknown publishers this 'publisher' tries to outsmart 'us'.
Be careful with this one. This relatively new player in the scientific publishing business “AccScience Publishing” is linked to suspicious partners. They more or less hide this. See for example:
-“INNOSC Theranostics and Pharmacological Sciences” https://accscience.com/journal/ITPS download for example https://accscience.com/journal/ITPS/4/1/10.36922/itps.v4i1.966
(a volume 4 paper) it is published by “InnoScience Press” or download this volume 1 paper https://accscience.com/journal/ITPS/1/1/10.26689/itps.v1i1.438 which is published by “Bio-Byword Scientific Publishing
-“International Journal of Bioprinting” used to be published by “Whioce Publishing Pte. Ltd.” see their own announcement https://accscience.com/journal/IJB/about/announcements
The thing is that both Bio-Byword and Whioce Publishing are mentioned in the Beall’s list (https://beallslist.net) of potential predatory publishers. So, this is an obvious attempt to cover up/‘muffle away’ their link/mentioning in the Beall’s list. This is a red flag and the three mentioned (in bold) ‘publishers’ are discussed not that positively here on RG:
So, personally I would stay away from this one (no matter how misleadingly professional the website and edited papers look like).
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I need to find out a publishing house to publish my academic book refers to literary research for free access to those who are interested in.
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Any specific time schedule announced for publishing JCR 2023?
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My colleagues have asked me about the potential benefits of publishing a book chapter through IntechOpen.
Can you provide me with your insights and thoughts on IntechOpen? I would greatly appreciate it.
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Answer from a student so take it as is;
Publishing a book chapter through IntechOpen offers several advantages, including: Enhanced visibility: By utilizing IntechOpen's platform, researchers can effectively share their work with a wide audience, potentially increasing the visibility and reach of their research; Open access: IntechOpen's open access model ensures that your work is accessible to readers without any barriers or subscription fees. This can potentially lead to higher citation rates and wider dissemination of your research findings; Collaboration prospects: IntechOpen fosters connections among researchers from diverse disciplines and institutions. Publishing a book chapter with them opens doors to collaboration and networking opportunities with other researchers in your field; Expedited publication: Compared to traditional publishers, IntechOpen typically has quicker publication timelines. If you wish to have your work published and available to the public in a relatively short time frame, this can be advantageous.
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They have messaged me thru may WhatsApp account and offered their services for publishing our paper in a Scopus-indexed journal. I am hesitant to accept their offer since I do not know how legit they are. What are your thoughts about this matter?
This is the site of Collins Publication:
Thank you!
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The website is (according to my antivirus software) not safe, nevertheless I ‘risked’ my life and visited the site and noticed more disturbing things:
-The name looks misleadingly similar to one of biggest publishing companies out there “HaperCollins Publishers LLC”
-The claim “to be affiliated with several reputable and high-impact journals in various fields.”, this is not how it works. See for example “International Multilingual Research Journal” The same is true for the claim “so we offer a publication guarantee for all our research services.”
-Looking at the contact info (1321 upland dr. houston texas 77043) it renders a suspicious location, at best a virtual office
-The same as ‘address’ is used by https://www.facebook.com/dukeandlordpublishing/ and Mermaid Publishers USA https://www.facebook.com/mermaidpublishers/
-Take the ‘testimonials’ one can see a picture of a good-looking young woman, but if you search Google Lens you see that she is (understandably) a model that works for several commercials (so with no relationship to science). The mentioned CEO John Smith Deercreative (under the assumption that we are dealing with a real person) is apparently desperate because there is a similar testimony here https://propublishers.co.uk A certain Janet leigh has a testimony on both sites as well…
Personally, I would say avoid.
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Requirements:
high impact factor and high acceptance rate and none or low publishing fee
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We see more and more articles co-authored with a long list of contributors. However, as it is common practice to list the contributions of each author, we see that some co-authors have minor contribution, like only editing the paper, a supervising role, or providing a piece of equipment for the experiment. For some scientist these type of articles with minor contributions constitute more than half of their total publications. Those scientists will publish over 20 articles every year, which seems impressive, but in reality, they only have a minor contribution on each of these articles when they have one. Indeed, it becomes common to see scientists having a friendly agreement with each other (I put you on my articles, if you put me on your articles).
This contributes to create inflated CVs that can be unfair when it comes to hiring a new faculty, promotion, or tenure acquisition. It also dilutes the real contribution of the authors that did most of the work.
Therefore, do you think Editors and journals should ask to drop co-authors that didn't contributed significantly to a study?
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Dear Quentin, thank you very much for this question. I think we do, especially as their name can be added in the acknowledgments section by specifying their contribution. At the very least, recruiters, scientific program managers and funders should pay close attention to this practice. Just my point of view.
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In today's fast-paced digital world, where information is just a click away, the fate of print journals hangs in the balance. Will they succumb to the overwhelming dominance of their digital counterparts, or will they carve out a unique space for themselves? Predicting the future of print journals in the next 10-20 years is no easy task, but one thing is certain: they are poised to undergo significant transformations. Let's delve into the possible trends and developments that lie ahead.
Introduction
The growth of digital content consumption has revolutionized the way we access information, posing both challenges and opportunities for print journals. While it's tempting to assume that print journals will fade away entirely, a closer examination reveals a more nuanced picture. In fact, the future of print journals is likely to be shaped by a combination of digital integration, multi-platform publishing, enhanced reader experiences, data-driven strategies, and a focus on differentiation. So, what might the landscape of print journals look like in the next 10-20 years? Let's explore the potential trends that could redefine the industry.
Digital Content Expansion
As digital reading and e-publishing continue to gain traction, it's inevitable that print journals will embrace the digital realm. Many journals have already started offering online editions or e-books, and this trend is expected to intensify. We can anticipate a significant shift towards digital formats, ensuring wider accessibility and reach for scholarly content.
Multi-platform Publishing
To engage a broader readership and diversify content delivery, print journals are likely to adopt multi-platform publishing strategies. From online websites and mobile applications to social media platforms, journals will leverage various channels to amplify their presence and attract a wider audience. This multi-platform approach will enable readers to access content in their preferred formats, enhancing convenience and engagement.
Enhanced Interactivity and Personalized Experiences
Digital platforms offer unparalleled opportunities for enhanced interactivity and personalized experiences. Journals may harness these features to increase reader participation and satisfaction. Imagine interactive charts, multimedia content, and personalized recommendations tailored to readers' interests. Such innovations will not only enrich the reading experience but also foster a stronger connection between readers and journals.
Data-driven Content and Distribution
In an era of abundant data, journals can leverage reader analytics and behavior patterns to gain valuable insights. This data-driven approach allows journals to understand readers' preferences with precision, delivering more relevant and customized content. Moreover, analyzing data can inform distribution strategies, ensuring content reaches the right audience through targeted channels and platforms.
Differentiation through Print
While digital advancements are undeniable, a segment of readers still cherishes the tactile experience of print journals. This emotional and aesthetic attachment creates an opportunity for print journals to differentiate themselves. By offering high-quality print editions, unique designs, or collectible value, some journals can cater to specific readers' desires, providing a distinct experience that complements digital counterparts.
Conclusion
The future of print journals in the next 10-20 years will undoubtedly witness a digital revolution, but it doesn't spell their complete demise. Instead, print journals will undergo a metamorphosis, embracing digital integration while seeking avenues for differentiation. They will leverage technology, data, and reader preferences to adapt and thrive in a changing landscape. The ultimate outcome will depend on the progress of technology, the evolving needs of readers, and the dynamic nature of the publishing industry. As we embark on this transformative journey, one thing is certain: print journals are resilient, and they will continue to find their place in the ever-evolving world of scholarly communication.
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Dear All,
I want to know the fastest publishing journals especially from submission to the notification of acceptance in the electrical engineering field in the certified Scopus list and not be fully open access.
I am grateful in advance.
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When it comes to the fastest publishing journals in the field of electrical engineering on the certified Scopus list, considering the time from submission to the notification of acceptance, it is important to note that the publication process can vary depending on factors such as the specific research topic, manuscript quality, and reviewer availability. However, some journals known for their relatively fast turnaround times in this field include IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, and IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid. These journals are well-regarded and have a track record of efficient publication processes. It is worth mentioning that while these journals are not fully open access, they do provide open access options for authors who choose to make their articles freely available. I hope this information proves helpful to you. Best of luck with your research.
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Dear Colleagues,
Peer-review isn't working well, and it needs an overhaul. In the time of artificial intelligence, blockchain, and remote work, it doesn't make sense to wait for months just to receive few lines rejecting an excellent manuscript or accepting a poor one!
Would you spend five minutes to answer a questionnaire on Google forms, and help SCIENEUM.io solve this problem for all of us?
Are you one of us? https://youtu.be/ewOuhohAjWc
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Thank you for bringing up the issue regarding the inefficiencies of the current peer-review system. I completely agree that in this era of advanced technology and remote work, waiting extended periods to receive minimal feedback on manuscripts is frustrating and counterproductive.
I appreciate the initiative taken to address this problem and am more than willing to contribute to finding a solution. Conducting a questionnaire on Google Forms and helping SCIENEUM.com seems like a practical approach to gathering insights and opinions from the scientific community. I will gladly complete the questionnaire and provide my input.
Thank you for highlighting this issue to contribute towards a more efficient peer-review system.
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Cosmetic science
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There are several domain names related to publishing in the field of cosmetic science. Some of them include:
International Journal of Cosmetic Science
Journal of Cosmetic Science
Cosmetics: An Open Access Journal
MSc Cosmetic Science from UAL
The Chemical Biology of Carbon from the Royal Society of Chemistry
These domains publish research on the scientific aspects of cosmetics, including skincare, perfumery, and related fields. They provide platforms for reporting original research and can help disseminate new knowledge in the field.
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Hello Fellow Researcher and acedmician,
I would like to know how to connect with well-known publishing house for book project. I would like to connect with fellow researcher or academia to start a book project if any like-minded is ready to begin. I am open to do it solely or jointly.
My area of interest is Advertising, Marketing, Branding and consumer behaviour.
Please do suggest or guide.
Thanks in advance.
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Are there any Scopus-indexed free journals (publishing free of cost) for Business Administration?
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Kindly share the details Professor
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Dear colleagues.I'm looking for a medical journal publishing fast, not fake and indexed within Scopus. Any suggestions?
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Hello Dr Abdulla Abdulla
I am very much in favour of finding a journal in addition to publishing fast and is not fake, to also be specifically be relevant to the topic of your work. That, I think, is still the biggest reason that others (and for me as well) get rejections!
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This seems to be an avoided topic. Many journals require some sort of fee to get published, even if not a predatory journal. This can be a barrier to people looking to publish earlier work without funding. It is even harder to publish review papers, as many journals want you to already be an expert in the topic rather than someone who is beginning their career chasing down and closing literature gaps. Are there any peer-reviewed journals that are willing to publish early career or student review papers without charging hundreds or thousands of $USD?
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In response to my own inquiry, it is worth noting that individuals may find it beneficial to engage in writing book reviews for scholarly journals. Upon conducting my own thorough search, it is widely agreed upon that graduate students have the opportunity to contribute book reviews to journals of all notoriety. The provision of reviews is also crucial for newly published works as it enables potential purchasers to make informed decisions. Additionally, graduate students stand to benefit from this process by acquiring experience in peer review and enhancing their knowledge base.
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This topic has generated a lot discussion on the ethical implications of using language models like ChatGPT in academic settings. It drives us to consider potential biases, accuracy issues, and professionalism in academia while employing such technology. Furthermore, it encourages the investigation of alternate ways or complementary approaches that can improve academic success while resolving concerns about the incorporation of ChatGPT.
By considering the use of ChatGPT as a catalyst, and given the controversy surrounding their role, what are the potential benefits and drawbacks of introducing ChatGPT or similar language models into the academic product creation process? and does it assist the academic researcher in producing an efficient and engaging academic output, or does it cause the researcher to lose their ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely and conveying arguments in a logical and convincing manner?
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Thank you for your contribution Dr. Alexandru Ioan , what worries me is that if addiction is created, it open the door for a new human need, from one point of view it is a development with the merits of (Economic Growth-Improved Quality of Life-Technological Advancement), from the other point of view it is (Consumer Manipulation-Overconsumption and Waste-Shifting Priorities-Dependency)!
ensuring that the benefits outweigh the potential drawbacks and that ethical considerations are taken into account is crucial when creating a human need!
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I want to know the fee required for publishing a original research paper. Thank you.
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Publishers of original articles require high rate of money, and this is very common, they do care for how much money you pay, not how deep your article is. Regards.
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Why have I been making mistakes in submitting manuscripts to journals under the taylor & francis group recently ?
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Hello, again, Chenxi Huang
So some of the problems I have found that might be relevant:
- have I given the files they want; is there something mandatory/compulsory that I haven't provided eg copyright transfer
- are all the files what they want - eg sometimes they want graphics as JPG/GIF rather than PDF
- sometimes the graphics files have to be a certain resolution/dpi
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Do academic hiring committees consider book reviews?
I enjoy doing book reviews because I get free books, small publications, and it allows me to stay up to date on recent scholarship in my field. While I do not put all my publishing eggs in the book review basket, I generally always have at least one book review in progress on the backburner.
However, is it worth it for me as a PhD candidate to do book reviews if I want to apply for assistant professor positions? Are book reviews worthless in hiring decisions, even if they are in reputable journals in my fields of interest? One of my book reviews was peer-reviewed, does that make a difference? If I keep reviewing academic books, will it benefit my academic career?
I have heard mixed perspectives from academics. Some encourage students to publish book reviews since it's better than no publications at all and is perhaps a stepping stone to larger publications down the road, and others have said to just focus on publishing a few articles in top-tier journals.
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I agree with the thoughts of Ajit Singh . Those who only think about their career usually don't write book reviews. But science is much more than one's own career. For potential buyers and readers of books, reviews are often very helpful. I have also learned a lot myself from reviewed books, particularly from those that I would not have read without the requested review. - Here are a few related discussions:
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As most of us know, the reviewer recognition website PUBLONS was taken over by CLARIVATE (Web of Science) last year and, a few months ago, Publons was merged with WoS., thus factually disappearing.
What do you think about this new scenario? Are we reviewers sufficiently recognized in WoS website? I personally loved the fresh, clear and dedicated webpages from Publons, and I don't think WoS communicates reviewer recognition as straight and clear as Publons did.
I would like to hear your opinions about this matter and about how to improve reviewer recognition in general. What can be done to improve the public recognition of our contribution to the publishing process? Every publisher says our hidden work is "crucial" to science communication, however I am not sure we are rewarded as we deserve...
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Do you think we with ResearchGate should implement a feature like that? And if so, how do you like the feature to look like?
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I submitted a paper to a Scopus Q2 journal of Accounting. I checked the average time taken by the journal to reach decision before submitting the paper. 90% of the papers accepted are accepted within 7-9 months even if 6/7 revisions are done.
After I submitted the paper, it was not sent to reviewers for about 3/4 months. When the reviewers were assigned, they submitted review within a month. the Associate Editor (AE) however did not make any recommendation and send the paper back for three months. I sent 2 emails after waiting for 5/6 weeks; he never responded. I then emailed the EIC; he did not respond either.
I finally emailed the AE keeping someone from the publisher (Emerald Publishing) in the CC. The AE was notified by the publisher; AE got back to me immediately stating "3 months is not a long time. It is normal in academia to take 2 years to publish a paper". The AE forwarded reviewer comments within two days of such correspondence. The reviewers required effectively minor revision.
I submitted the revised paper one month after receiving the comments. Again this time, no reviewer was assigned for 2 months. When the paper was sent to reviewers, they reviewed within one month. Now, 2 months after the review has been completed, the AE is not forwarding reviewer comments. I emailed the AE, and the EIC. Again, they are not responding.
It has already been 14 months since I submitted the paper. Of this long time, it was held by the AE for more than 10 months. I have checked and found a writing by the AE in ResearchGate stating that he is quite engaged in some racial movement in his country. He was even in jail for some weeks.
Should I email the publisher again keeping the AE and EIC in the email cc? Actually the data used in the paper is getting outdated.
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I understand your frustration. It is unacceptable for a journal to take this long to review and publish a paper. The average time for a paper to be published in a Scopus Q2 journal is 7-9 months, so your paper is already well outside of that range.
I think it is a good idea to email the publisher again, keeping the AE and EIC in the CC. In your email, you should explain the situation and ask for an update on the status of your paper. You should also mention that the data used in the paper is getting outdated, and that you would like to know if the journal is still interested in publishing it.
It is also possible that the AE is not responsive because he is dealing with personal or professional issues. If you are concerned about this, you could also try to contact the AE directly and ask him if he is able to continue working on your paper.
If you do not receive a response from the publisher or the AE after a reasonable amount of time, you may want to consider withdrawing your paper and submitting it to another journal.
Here are some tips for writing your email to the publisher:
✓ Be polite and professional.
✓ Explain the situation in detail.
✓ Ask for an update on the status of your paper.
✓ Mention that the data used in the paper is getting outdated.
✓ Express your concern about the long review process.
I hope this helps!
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Hi there,
I wanted to know what went wrong with this research paper. I worked with my professor on a paper for our course: Consumer Behaviour. But it faced a rejection. I wanted to know why it was rejected, so that I can improve my chances of publishing a paper in the future, since this would help me in securing a PhD admission as well. I would really appreciate it if someone can help me review this. I have attached the paper and the questionnaire.
Any help would be appreciated. I would help out as well in any way possible to the person helping me.
Questionnaire:
Regards,
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You need to ask the journal why. You could try another one :)
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Publishing under a subscription with a high impact factor (3.0 and above) and Web of Science indexed (SCI/E) journal or Publishing in an open access and Web of Science indexed journal (SCI/E) with a low impact factor (below 3.0). If you were given these two options to choose from, which one will you opt for as an experienced researcher?
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Hello Jonas.
Indeed, the purpose for the publication should determine the choice. visibility however, will suggest the second choice.
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I have tried the free resolution software online and also Adobe Photoshop but just improving the dpi of raster images doesn't improve its quality and make it a vector image that is suitable for publications. I redesigned the figures and diagrams in adobe illustrator but I'm stuck with the output screenshots and python graphs.
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Use the "dpi" option in matplotlib.pyplot.savefig().
Example:
matplotlib.pyplot.savefig("image_name.png",format="png",dpi=1200)
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citation needed
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Dear peers, this is the research question about ChatGPT ethical challenges for medical publishing.
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I want a help to know the free publishing Thomson and Scopus journals in the field of Information Sciences and Information Technology. or if there any websites that present this journals.
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Hello Dr Nouran Radwan
The possibilities which might be relevant include:
"Information Sciences"
"Information Systems Journal"
"International Journal of Information Technology"
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Some people publish their research papers in printed journals that are not available online and do not have accounts in scientific platforms such as ResearchGate, GoogleScholar, etc.
Does it look fine in the age of technology?
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Online publications support journal one,both are of scientfic value for researcher .
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Do the Article Publishing Charge (APC) and Publication cost same ?
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Article processing charge (APC), also known as a publication fee, is a fee which is sometimes charged to authors.
Most commonly, it is involved in making a published work available as open access.
Keeping above in view, the simple answer is:
Not necessarily.
Having said, only a publisher can provide a definite answer.
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My first Edited book titled "Indian Tourism: Diaspora Perspective" by Emerald Publishing has been indexed in Scopus.
While I'm happy, I'm intrigued to know on what basis, the books are selected to be listed in Scopus. Likewise, some of my chapters contributed to Edited books under Springer, IGI Global and Emerald have been indexed in Scopus too, something that I had no idea when they got accepted and published.
So, if you can share your knowledge, it'll help me.
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Hi Pinaz, (Pinaz Tiwari
Though I have no idea about the exact basis/parameters used in assessing the quality of work/book/chapter for indexing in Scopus database. I'm familiar with the policy of IGI Publishing so thought of sharing my insight on this question.
IGI Global has a policy of sending each published book for Scopus indexing. Usually, the book is sent after few days/months of publication and if the book is doing fine and meets the rigor/quality, it is automatically indexed into Scopus. This happens for each and every book published with IGI, that is the reason why some of your book chapters with them have automatically indexed into Scopus.
I also looked at some other publishing house's policy, like Emerald, but they do not have such clearcut policy of sending each entry for Scopus consideration.
I hope this insight is useful.
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Recently, an editor from a publishing company called Eliva Press contacted me expressing interest in publishing a book featuring one or more of my written articles. They have informed me that there will be no fees associated with printing or distributing the book. I will receive royalties based on the number of copies sold.
Naturally, I had some reservations about this offer. The editor's LinkedIn profile and the publisher's website appear to be legitimate.
Therefore, I have some questions: Has anyone else here interacted with Eliva Press before, and the advantages of publishing with them?
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Please consult the link below.
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Hello Dear colleagues,
I am looking for colleagues; Are there researchers looking for co-authorship in Language and Linguistics (or philology, or language education fields)?
Thank you
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Does posting a bit more of what I already have on ResearchGate hurt or harm my chance to publish the book upon which it is based. And I mean publishing the final result of my investigation or of making it obvious?
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Joseph, thank you for messaging me back. Technically I already have a copyright on the whole book which I paid for and got myself around 2003 or 1 . I published on research gate as a bit of an advance notice as well as elsewhere. . Am in the process of editing the book as it has taken me that long to figure out what I needed to know to finish off this project. I guess the next step would bee to get myself a publisher or publish the book myself. Any thoughts would be helpful.
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Give me the names of publishing houses that publish literary novels, please.
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Thank you all but is it possible to share with me the email of one of these publishing houses or their number to communicate with them because their official page does not appear to me
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If someone wants to publish his/her works, what is the impact if all the papers are submitted and published on a single journal sequentially? Why we change the journal once we choose it, provided that the topic of our study in lines with the journal's scope and the journal's reputability is of high standard?
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Hello Getu Habte
I tend to agree with the previous points for advantages and disadvantages. I generally consider one journal to consistently aim for unless the content really does not match the scope of that journal. It is quite prestigious for my colleagues locally and internationally. They all think this is a good standard.
The disadvantage, of course, is that my work generally will be read by the same people all the time.
My organisation will think "why does he always go there?" but they realise it is quite a good and consistent impact factor so they probably will not mind at all.
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There are a number of requirements for scientific promotion in each country, which are determined according to special laws or instructions
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Global publishing can potentially have a positive impact on scientific promotion in India as it can facilitate the dissemination of research findings to a broader audience, increase visibility and citations of Indian researchers and institutions, and promote collaborations with international researchers. There may also be challenges such as language barriers, lack of access to resources or infrastructure, and potential bias towards researchers from certain regions or countries. The impact of global publishing on scientific promotion in India can also depend on various factors such as the quality and originality of the research, the relevance to global scientific issues, and the overall competitiveness of the field.
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