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Q: Can anyone suggest some Scopus or Thomson Reuter journals with rapid publication and low cost?

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It would not be possible to recommend specific journals without going through your manuscript or knowing which field you belong to. One…

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Q: Is there a list of subscription-based journals available?

Detailed question-Due to a lack of funding, I am looking to submit to journals that offer the subscription-based model. Is there a list that shows which journals offer which type of…
  • Asked on January 9, 2021

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Unfortunately, there isn’t. You will simply have to look up a database such as Web of Science…

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Q: Which organization can I ask for help with dealing with a predatory journal?

Detailed question-If I am having trouble with my manuscript withdrawal and the withdrawal fee, whom should I consult? Please let me know of the specific organization to ask for help.
  • Asked on October 2, 2020

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Hello, Rikako. It’s unfortunate that you have fallen victim to a predatory journal, but they are getting better and…

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Q: If a paper is published in a predatory journal, what action should we take?

Detailed question-My acquaintance, whose manuscript was published in a predatory journal, is asking me for an advice for possible disposal. I can consider deleting it from the disclosed…
  • Asked on September 24, 2019

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I am not sure what you mean by “I can consider deleting it from the disclosed publication list…

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Q: How to select journals for publishing my research?

Detailed question-Hi, I am new to the publishing world and do not know where to start. I recently became an HE lecturer and wish to get a paper published. I am completely new to this, and…

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Thank you for your question. We have previously published several posts on selecting the right journal for your research. Each of the…

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Q: What should I do if I didn't know about article charges when submitting to an open access journal and my article has been accepted?

Detailed question-I submitted a paper to an open access (OA) journal. My paper has been accepted. However, during the initial stages of submission, I did not know that I need to pay a fee…
  • Asked on March 4, 2021

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First of all, and although it seems bitter-sweet right now, congrats on the acceptance! Now, we can imagine how…

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Q: Can a supplemental material be attached to a non-open access paper?

Detailed question-I was advised by the journal editor that it is sufficient for the sequence list of gene primers to show on the supplemental material, and I followed that advise. My…
  • Asked on September 9, 2020

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Firstly, congrats on your manuscript being accepted!

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Q: Will a manuscript published in a mirror journal of a reputed parent journal be considered less important?

Detailed question-The parent journal and mirror journal have the same editorial board, peer review, and aim. However, the mirror journal has no impact factor at present.
  • Asked on November 12, 2019

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Mirror journals are a relatively new concept that journals and publishers are experimenting with to support the open access movement. These journals are fully open…

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Q: Are papers on humanities and social sciences better preferred by SSCI?

Detailed question-My paper is from the field of  humanities and social sciences. Does it necessarily mean that my paper should be submitted to SSCI? Are there any preferences for journal…
  • Asked on July 2, 2019

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The Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI) is a citation index product of Clarivate Analytics and covers around 3000 academic journals…

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Q: Can you suggest a suitable journal for my manuscript?

Detailed question-I hope that I will be able to successfully publish a case report on hair growth using a new recipe. Currently, the manuscript is completed in English. However, in order…
  • Asked on October 3, 2018

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Selecting a journal for a paper requires a lot of careful thinking. It is almost impossible to suggest a journal without an assessment…

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