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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 …

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Throughout 2024, PA EDitorial is providing a twelve-part series on academic writing, ranging from the fundamental and ethical values we should be guided by, to the practical processes of writing, using citations, editing and proofreading. Our series starts by exploring ‘integrity’, what it is and how it should influence our approach to research and writing. …

PA EDitorial Academic Writing Series: Part One — Integrity Read More »

As 2023 draws to a close, it’s a time to reflect on the journey we’ve undertaken together as a team and the incredible partnerships we’ve forged with our clients. This year has been nothing short of remarkable, filled with challenges that we turned into opportunities, successes that we celebrated collectively, and growth that speaks volumes …

Reflecting on Success: A Heartfelt End-of-Year Message Read More »

‍Integrity is fundamental to research because it promotes trust, credibility and confidence in both the research process and its outcomes. Upholding its principles is crucial for maintaining the reputation of researchers and their institutions. It also ensures the reliability and impact of research findings. What is research integrity? Research integrity can be defined as the …

Research integrity: its importance and principles Read More »

Here at PA EDitorial, we are looking forward to Peer Review Week.[1] The annual event celebrates the crucial role of peer review in scholarly publishing and research. It runs during the week of September 25-29. The event brings together researchers, publishers, editors, and reviewers globally. It aims to raise awareness about the importance of peer …

PA EDitorial & Peer Review Week: The future of publishing Read More »

Diversity and inclusivity’s historical past In 1851, the Catholic academic and theologian John Newman gave a series of lectures on the state of Catholicism in the United Kingdom.[1] Newman was a convert to Roman Catholicism and wrote at a time when Catholics held fewer rights and privileges in English society than their Protestant counterparts.[2] It …

Diversity and inclusivity in academia: current challenges and opportunities Read More »

Mistletoe and Citations: Christmas according to academics By September, the first signs of Christmas start appearing in the shops. The TV schedules are planned, special programmes are made, and entire digital TV stations are handed over to 24-hour Christmas movies. The music industry moves into festive mode, recording Christmas singles and dusting off classic collections …

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The entire peer review process is one of questioning. This isn’t because a peer reviewer is required to be a relentless sceptic or a pathological doubter. It’s because the exercise is extraordinarily demanding. A peer review isn’t like the review of a book or a film, in which the consequence may, in some cases, be …

Peer Reviewers: What Questions Do They Ask? Read More »