Video: Avoid These Mistakes in Scientific Publishing!
Scientific publishing is a rigorous process, and it is natural to commit mistakes during research paper submission. However, implementing a few good practices can help avoid some common mistakes. Watch this video to learn how you can address some of the common pitfalls experienced by researchers.
1. Avoidable rejections
While research paper rejections are quite common, there are some measures you can take to ensure desk rejections are avoided.
- Follow the author guidelines outlined by the journal carefully.
- Use accurate grammar and avoid language mistakes. Have a native speaker review your manuscript or use professional editing services.
- Format your paper as directed by the journal. Provide the tables/figures in the required format.
2. Plagiarism and ethical violations
Ethical issues are taken seriously by all journals. Be sure to cite relevant works and avoid duplication of figures. Also, paraphrase text as much as possible and use plagiarism checking tools or services to evaluate the similarity score of your manuscript.
3. Submission to predatory journals
Carefully scrutinize the journal website for any red flags before submission. Predatory journals are known to exploit authors for profit without credible peer review, which can impact your reputation. Know how to identify predatory journals and check with your peer group or professors for any suggestions/recommendations before selecting a journal.
