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Q: What is the importance of a concept paper?

Detailed question-I need to understand only the importance.

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A concept paper is a brief paper outlining the key aspects of a study before undertaking the…

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Q: Can a thesis be revised and submitted to a journal?

Detailed question-One of my colleagues suggested that I should revise my thesis paper and get it published as a journal article. Is this possible?
  • Asked on September 29, 2014

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It is possible to revise a thesis or a dissertation and transform it into a journal article. However, you have to remember that a thesis…

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Q: Can I be the corresponding author as well as the main author for my first submission?

Detailed question-I am a resident at a university hospital and am in the middle of preparing a manuscript for my future career. My professor is busy with his work and has been entrusted…
  • Asked on August 24, 2017

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There is nothing wrong in the first author or lead author being the corresponding author as well. In fact, for single author papers, that…

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Q: Which is easier to publish - an original research article or a review article?

Detailed question-Which kind of article would be easier to publish in an SCI journal: an original research article or a review article?
  • Asked on September 16, 2015

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A review article is generally more difficult to publish for the simple reason that it is more difficult to write a good quality review…

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Q: What does good research mean?

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Good quality research is one that provides robust and ethical evidence. A good research must revolve around a novel question and must be…

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Q: How do I find reliable scientific literature on the Internet?

Detailed question-Most articles have information that looks well written but never comes from a credible source.

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Research articles published in peer reviewed journals are the most trustworthy body of information on any specific topic. To find such…

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Q: Can I change the first author of my journal article after submission?

Detailed question-The paper I submitted to an SCI journal has almost been accepted. I am at the minor revisions stage. Would it be okay to change the first author at this stage? It is in…
  • Asked on February 23, 2017

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This is not an ideal situation. I am assuming that you are the submitting author, i.e., the author who submitted the paper on behalf of…

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Q: Is it acceptable to list multiple affiliations as an author?

Detailed question-I have a question about writing affiliations for a medical manuscript. I am currently working for University Hospital A and attending University Graduate School B at the…
  • Asked on March 24, 2015

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It is quite acceptable to list two affiliations in a paper. Typically, the purpose of listing affiliations is to make sure readers know…

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Q: How should I assess scientific literature to prepare myself for writing a paper?

Detailed question-Hi, I have been following your articles since my graduation. Currently, I am studying architectural engineering and browsing research manuscripts, mostly about…
  • Asked on April 8, 2015

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Literature reading is critical to scientific research because this habit will generate a sense of appreciation and passion for science. I…

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Q: Will the article I plan to write be categorized as a review article?

Detailed question-Hi, I want to write a paper about an infectious disease prevalent in the northern part of the world. It will be a case history summary of others’ articles. Will it be a…
  • Asked on December 26, 2014

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A review article is a careful and critical assessment of the existing literature on a particular topic that attempts to summarize the current state of understanding on…
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