James Smith

Editor’s Corner: How should a manuscript be revised to respond to reviewer feedback?

When responding to reviewer feedback, it’s critical to address all the comments, even if you don’t agree with them. Acknowledge each point and, if necessary, explain why you chose not to incorporate certain suggestions – the author response letter is your opportunity to do this. Always ensure you submit all the required materials in the requested format – clear communication and thorough revisions will streamline the process and help editors make decisions as quickly as possible. Patience and diligence during this phase are key to ensuring your manuscript’s quality and increasing the likelihood of acceptance.

Vancouver Style Made Easy: 5 Tips to Get Your Reference Format Right

What if after you’ve spent months writing up your research and hit “Submit” on the journal website, but a tiny formatting slip in your reference list or in-text citations returns your manuscript for corrections? That’s now several frustrating hours of revisions, which is time researchers often don’t have to spare. In the field of health […]

Parenthetical Citations in APA, MLA, and Chicago: Format and Examples

Understand what a parenthetical citation is with clear APA and MLA parenthetical citation examples. Learn how to cite sources correctly in academic writing. 

Exploring New Directions: Five Careers Outside the Lab

Choosing a new path outside the lab can feel uncertain, but it is also a chance to grow and bring your passion for science into new areas. Your skills and experience matter, and there are many rewarding careers waiting for you. Take time to explore and reflect on what truly interests you. Talking to people in different fields through informational interviews can give you a real sense of what those jobs are like and help you build a network of contacts. Your next chapter is out there, ready for you to write.