Can I cite a preprint?
Preprints are drafts of academic articles that have not been formally published, i.e., they have not been peer reviewed. Instead,…
How to use ‘respectively’ correctly
The adverb 'respectively' is often used incorrectly by non-native English speakers. In this short post, we discuss the correct way…
My paper was rejected. What are my options?
Almost every scholar has had a paper rejected. Journal acceptance rates are typically low, ranging from 5% for higher impact…
Declarative titles: Should you state a study’s main findings in the title?
There has been some controversy over the usage of declarative titles, i.e., titles that state the main findings of the…
Your title and abstract are key to attracting the right reviewers
Potential referees are typically only given the title and abstract when sent an invitation to peer review an article. It…
How to write an effective title
You should not underestimate the importance of an effective title. The title is the first thing an editor, reviewer, and…
A reviewer asks for additional experiments – what are your options?
Requests for additional experiments typically fall into one of three categories: The suggested experiments are fundamental to proving your argument.…
How to suggest reviewers
Journals often struggle to find willing reviewers, which can lengthen the publication process. To combat this, you may be requested…
Discussing your study’s limitations
Why include a limitations section? Including a section on the limitations of your findings will demonstrate command over your research.…
Author or contributor? The A to Z of authorship
The average number of authors on scientific articles has increased 5-fold over the last 100 years, from one author per…