Scholarly

How to Publish in European Academic Journals: A Practical Guide

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Introduction Publishing in European academic journals can be both a rewarding and challenging endeavor. While the opportunities for global recognition, academic collaboration, and career advancement are significant, the pathway is often filled with unfamiliar expectations, cultural nuances, and rigorous quality standards. European journals—from those published by large commercial entities to niche society-run titles—are widely respected … Read more

How to Get Indexed in Scopus and Web of Science: A Guide for Editors

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Introduction Indexation in Scopus and Web of Science (WoS) is a hallmark of quality and credibility in scholarly publishing. For journal editors, especially those in emerging or niche disciplines, getting a journal into these prestigious databases is not merely a badge of honor—it can profoundly affect author submissions, citation metrics, funding opportunities, and the overall … Read more

Diamond Open Access vs. Plan S: Which is the Better Model?

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Introduction The open access (OA) movement has dramatically shifted the academic publishing landscape over the past two decades. With the rise of digital publishing and a growing demand for equitable access to publicly funded research, two influential models have emerged in global conversations: Diamond Open Access and Plan S. Each represents a different philosophy and … Read more

How to Secure APC Funding for Open Access Publishing in the US and UK

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Introduction Securing Article Processing Charge (APC) funding has become a vital step for researchers and academic institutions looking to publish their work in open access journals. With the growing shift toward more transparent and widely accessible academic outputs, APCs can present a significant financial barrier—especially for early-career researchers or those without institutional backing. In both … Read more

Is Diamond Open Access the Cavalry to Academic Journal Publishing?

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Introduction Academic publishing is experiencing a serious identity crisis. Once the vanguard of scholarly communication, journal publishing now finds itself tangled in growing discontent over paywalls, equity, monopolistic pricing, and opaque processes. The conventional subscription-based model and its more recent relative, Gold Open Access (where authors or funders pay Article Processing Charges, or APCs), are … Read more