Introduction Funding an academic journal is vital in ensuring the journal’s sustainability and ability to disseminate research findings. Traditional funding sources like government grants are increasingly competitive, while subscription revenue continues to decline. This puts many non-profit academic journals in a precarious financial situation. As such, editors and publishers need to get creative when sustaining … Read more
Introduction Measuring publication impact has become increasingly important in today’s data-driven academic publishing and research environment. As researchers compete for funding, jobs, and influence, metrics that quantify the reach and significance of their work can make or break careers. This introductory section sets the stage for mastering such metrics by highlighting why they matter and … Read more
Introduction The write-up discusses issues in managing the editorial board of an academic journal. Journal publishing is vital in disseminating new research and advancing scholarly knowledge across disciplines. By providing rigorous peer review and editing, academic journals ensure the quality and validity of published papers. At the helm of this quality control process lies the … Read more
Introduction The write-up discusses misconduct in academic journals, a challenging issue in academic publishing. Academic journals play a vital role as credible sources of information and knowledge. Researchers rely on peer-reviewed journals to disseminate findings, spark intellectual discourse, and push scientific boundaries. However, the integrity of academic publishing faces threats from an alarming rise in … Read more
Introduction The article discusses best practices in academic publishing. Academic publishing plays a vital role in disseminating scholarly knowledge and fueling innovation. By providing rigorous peer-reviewed forums for researchers to share findings, academic publications facilitate the growth of disciplines and allow scholars to build on one another’s work. Understanding best practices in academic publishing contributes … Read more