Editage Insights
Publication Planning
18 Aug 2011 | Article
Finding the right research question is the first step to successful publication
A well formulated and clearly defined research question increases your chances of publication. Read for tips on how to map out a good research question.
18 Aug 2011 | Article
Tips for effective literature searching and keeping up with new publications
Follow a structured search strategy to make sure you don’t overlook relevant and similar publications. Sign up for alerts to keep up with newly published papers.18 Aug 2011 | Article
Publication and reporting biases and how they impact publication of research
Evidence of several publication biases has been found. Read to learn about the biases and how to address them head on in your manuscript.18 Aug 2011 | Article
The pitfalls of “salami slicing”: Focus on quality and not quantity of publications
A paper has a greater chance of publication when it involves a full-scale study, rather than a fragment of a larger study. Read more to learn about the practice of “salami slicing.”
Supplement The Art of Reading a Research Paper
Journal publication process
22 Sep 2011 | Article
The impact factor and other measures of journal prestige
All researchers have heard about the impact factor. Read to learn what you may not know about the impact factor. Other measures of journal quality are now available as well.15 Sep 2011 | Article
How to choose journals for submitting your paper
There are some common criteria you should consider when choosing a journal to publish in. Once you have a publication strategy in place, choose journals that meet all of your criteria.09 Sep 2011 | Article
How to create a publication schedule and why
Rejection is the norm in journal publication. Yet, publication is often a matter of when, not if. Plan well ahead by following a publication schedule.02 Sep 2011 | Article
Most common reasons for journal rejections
Peer reviewed studies have investigated why journals reject papers. Read to know the most common reasons that journals give for not publishing papers.26 Aug 2011 | Article
Peer Review and Editorial Decision Making at Journals
Peer reviewers evaluate and comment on manuscripts, but they don’t decide whether a manuscript should be published. This decision is made by journal editors.
Supplements Peer Review: The Process and Its Importance
Quality of English language in Japanese journals – Opinions of authors, journal editors, journal managers, and publishers (a 2006 Editage original survey)
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What Do Authors Want—Findings of an International Survey of Authors
Manuscript preparation
04 Jan 2012 | Article
How to respond to comments by peer reviewers
Comments by peer reviewers and journal editors are meant to help authors improve their manuscript. Follow the three golden rules when responding to reviewer comments.26 Dec 2011 | Article
How to use figures and tables effectively to present your research findings
Use tables and figures effectively to present detailed results and complex relationships, reduce the length of the manuscript, and enhance readers’ understanding of the study results.22 Dec 2011 | Article
How to write an effective title and abstract and choose appropriate keywords
The title, abstract, and keywords may well hold the key to publication success. Spend extra time to get these right.14 Dec 2011 | Article
Manuscript structure: How to convey your most important ideas through your paper
The aim of the journal article is to communicate your research effectively and help readers understand the issues at hand. Structure your manuscript so that readers take away the most important messages.
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10 Tips for Effective Slide Presentations
Editing—Its Role in Improving the Quality of English Journals Published in Japan
Know About the Two Variants of World English—American and British
The Importance of Instructions to Authors
Publication ethics
18 Jan 2012 | Article
Authorship
Who should be credited as an author and who should not? Find out how to decide.
Supplement Honesty in research
