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Q: My thesis research is being submitted to a journal by my mentor. However, I am not the first author. What should I do?

  • Asked on March 1, 2024

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Q: Is there any requirement of funding body which mentions about corresponding author on manuscript?

Detailed question-my boss applied for funding, and he received funding for the position. If I am hired by him and have made most of the contribution to the Manuscript, Will he have to be…

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Thank you for the question. From what I understand, you're asking whether your boss should be listed as an author if he is the one that acquired…

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Q: Publishing as a single author

Detailed question-Can I publish a paper out of my thesis without my supervisor as a co-author? I have sent him emails asking his consent, yet he has not replied for many months. I do not…

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Dear Author,

Thank you for your question, and I understand your confusion.

Including your supervisor as a co-author is generally recommended when…

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Q: I changed my name a few months back. Can I request journals where my papers have already been published to revise my name in the author byline?

  • Asked on February 21, 2024

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Q: Is a thesis considered a publication?

Detailed question-I wish to know whether my thesis would be considered a publication. Thank you.
  • Asked on April 11, 2024

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The question ‘Is a thesis considered a publication?’ admits of no simple answer. However, to…

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