When it comes to academic writing, grammar and spelling are not the only things that matter. A great academic article should also be clear, concise, and engaging. However, achieving this can be a challenge for many, especially for non-native English speakers. To help, there are various English editing tools available …
Metadata, commonly defined as “data about data,” is becoming increasingly important in the academic publishing domain because it facilitates database management,1 interoperability,2 and secondary research.3 In the context of a research paper, metadata includes the following: author name(s), affiliation(s), keywords, correspondence details, word count, journal name, volume and issue numbers, …
The process of getting a research paper published can be a difficult, long-drawn journey. Authors need to overcome several challenges and complete numerous checks to ensure they meet the journal’s submission guidelines or risk being desk rejected. When deciding to pass a manuscript to peer review or defer the process, …
