Journeying Through Journals: The Publishing Process and How to Maximise Research Impact
Year: 2024
Type: review
Abstract: Publication is essential to share new ideas, knowledge, or recent findings with those who have an interest in a particular area. Selecting the most appropriate format and timing for dissemination is critical to ensuring the long-term impact of research. However, many researchers, particularly those in the early stages of their career, are unaware of how the publication process works and the different options available for promoting research to maximum effect. Understanding how to maximise impact is particularly important for research using animal models or alternative methods, to make the best use of any animal data generated and reduce animal testing in future. Herein, different publishing models are explained, including anonymised peer review, open review and data sharing initiatives. An overview is given of key resources available to assist authors, reviewers and editors in the process of writing, presenting, reviewing and publishing research. New challenges and opportunities in publishing are discussed, including the potential influence of Artificial Intelligence. A list of 'ten top tips' in publishing for early career researchers is presented, providing advice and recommendations for ensuring a successful and impactful publication record.
Institutions: Liverpool John Moores University, Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Centre of Experimental Medicine of the Slovak Academy of Sciences, Danube Private University, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH, European Food Safety Authority, Fund for the Replacement of Animals in Medical Experiments
Language: English
Subfield: History and Philosophy of Science
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,950
OpenAlex ID: W4402934675