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Each year, December 10 marks the celebration of the esteemed Nobel Prize, established by the renowned Swedish chemist, engineer, and inventor Alfred Nobel. Nobel believed people could improve society through science, knowledge, and humanism. In his final will, 1895, Nobel indicated that 94 per cent of his fortune should be used to create prizes for …

The Nobel Prize Legacy: An Anniversary Ponderance on Alfred Noble’s Esteemed Award Read More »

Both the pursuit of knowledge and the advancement of scientific and health-related fields have long been dominated by men, creating a significant gender gap that persists from ancient times to this day. This disparity not only affects the representation and participation of women in these critical areas but also has far-reaching implications for the quality …

The Movember Movement: Changing Men’s Health Through Moustaches and Meaningful Conversations Read More »

Mark your calendars! Peer Review Week 2024 will take place from 23 to 27 September 2024. Attend this event if you want to be at the forefront of peer review’s future. With a theme of ‘Innovation and Technology in Peer Review’, this year’s event will explore how cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) revolutionise scholarly …

Innovation and Technology: Peer Review Week 2024 Shines a Spotlight on the Evolving Landscape of Scholarly Communication Read More »

In the pursuit of scientific advancement, the integrity of research findings stands as the anchor upon which the global scientific community rests. However, the unsettling reality is that the blight of data fabrication continues to plague this revered domain, undermining the very foundations of knowledge creation. As the custodians of fact and the stewards of …

The Perils of Data Fabrication in Scientific Research Read More »

The intricate world of scientific publishing is often shrouded in mystery, with a myriad of roles and responsibilities that can seem daunting to the uninitiated. Whether you’re a seasoned researcher or a budding academic, understanding the key players in this vibrant community can be crucial for navigating the publication process effectively. In this blog, we’ll …

Who’s Who in the Intricate World of Scientific Publishing? Read More »

For some time, how we assess and validate scholarly contributions has been a topic of intense debate and scrutiny within the evolving landscape of academic research. The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA) emerged as a pivotal initiative within this conversation. It challenged the longstanding reliance on flawed metrics such as the Journal Impact …

Research Assessment: Revisiting The DORA Movement and Its Impact on Scholarly Evaluation Read More »

In the world of academic research, the impact of a study is traditionally measured by metrics such as the number of citations it receives or the impact factor of the journals in which it is published. However, these traditional measures have limitations and fail to capture the full scope of a study’s influence. This is …

Unlocking the Power of Altmetrics: Maximising Research Impact Beyond Traditional Measures Read More »

Academic publishing is a dynamic field that is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of researchers, scholars, and readers. As we step further into 2024, certain trends, in particular, are poised to reshape the landscape of academic publishing. This blog will briefly dip into and provide a synopsis of some of these, from the …

Changing Trends in Academic Publishing: A Glimpse into the Future Read More »

Education is undoubtedly one of the key foundations of societal progress. For centuries, many individuals have devoted their lives to advancing the scope and reach of education around the world. Among these pioneers, certain women stand out for their outstanding contributions, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of women. This year’s International …

Trailblazers of Academia: the women who changed the landscape Read More »

The phrase ‘publish or perish’ is a term used to capture the pressure faced by academics to either publish their research or instead risk professional stagnation. There is much debate surrounding who first coined the term and when. Rawat and Meena [1] suggest that it was Coolidge in 1932 [2], while others have attributed the …

Publish or Perish: Navigating the Academic Landscape Read More »