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Dr. Helle V. Goldman is the Chief Editor of Polar Research. She shares the importance of polar science, how to avoid mistakes during a journal submission, and what to…
Since its inception, the objective of science has been human progress through knowledge sharing. However, the scientific community is divided about the data sharing…
Is data sharing the right step towards open science?
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Peer review is perceived as one of the mainstays of scientific publishing. Papers that undergo the peer review process are held in high esteem since the quality of…
This article discusses tips for journal editors who are non-native English speakers and interested in transitioning their journal from a regional language to English. 
Publishing a journal in English: tips for journal editors who are non-native English speakers
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ORCID garners support from leading members of the academic community. Some regions are planning for national-level adoption. Laurel Haak discusses how ORCID is creating…
As we wait for the final verdict on the STAP case, one thing is certain: when it comes to life outside the lab, the principles of scientific thinking become hazy. 
Although The Economist, a British weekly, is not a research journal, its writing is often praised for its clarity and precision. How does the The Economist&n
The Economist Style Guide, 10th edition
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Having written a paper for submission to a chosen journal, you will need to write something more, namely a letter or an e-mail addressed to the editor of the target…
A guide to effective academic communication for non-native speakers of English
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This article discusses the tips and tricks of writing the Results and Discussion sections of a research paper. Read on to learn how to write an effective research paper.
The secret to writing the Results and Discussion sections of a manuscript
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When it comes to writing, all information is not equal: some of it is given as an aside—not essential, but interesting, useful, or "nice to know." How do you mark this…