As a lofty ideal, namely that results of research should be available to all, the question appears redundant: of course researchers should publish in open-access journals. In fact, some funding agencies make it mandatory for Read More
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Open Access (OA) has been nothing short of a revolution in how we read and publish academic literature. OA has let scholars in each field and at every career level access repositories of knowledge that Read More
What is a patent? When is a patent granted? What are the different types of patents? Why should researchers pursue patents? Should I pursue patents or publish papers as a researcher? Should I withhold publication Read More
Open access (OA) publishing is transforming the way we share and access knowledge. OA enables researchers, students, and the general public to access cutting-edge research outputs in the form of research articles, books, and other Read More
A graphical abstract, also known as a visual abstract, is a powerful means of accelerating science communication, by facilitating the transfer of scientific knowledge to policymakers, researchers in other disciplines, practitioners, and the general public (Read More
In the high-stakes world of academic research, the pressure to publish, secure funding, and maintain an intellectual edge can take a serious toll on researchers’ mental health. An internal survey conducted at IIT-Kanpur found that 80% Read More
In this guest piece, we join Editor-in-Chief Dr. Alicja Syska and Associate Editor Amy Sampson from the Journal of Learning Development in Higher Education as they reflect on their experiences of guiding authors through the Read More
Academic libraries have transformed from mere repositories of reading materials into vital hubs that empower faculty, researchers, and communities. They are essential to the academic landscape, yet their evolving roles come with significant challenges. With Read More
Join the biggest scholarly publishing event on Open Access! Open Access Week 2024 is happening from October 21-27! In the rapidly changing research publishing landscape, keeping up with the day-to-day news can be a challenge! There Read More
Jennifer Doudna noticed my university affiliation and commented, “You’ve come a long way from Ireland.” That simple observation broke the ice, and before I knew it, we talked about my research. -Rachna Gowlikar Radhika: Read More
