International study group

Tips for Getting the Most out of Participating in Large International Study Group

What Is An International Study Group? An International study group is a small group of students with different nationalities taking the same class and meeting regularly out of class time. Members of the study group are committed to helping each other be successful by working together. A study group is usually formed and run by the Read more about Tips for Getting the Most out of Participating in Large International Study Group[…]

How to make a manuscript visible online

How to make a manuscript visible online before it becomes accepted by a journal?

If you want to make a manuscript visible online before it becomes accepted by a journal, the author can distribute it on the Internet or post it on a website. You should label the paper with the date and with a statement that the paper has not (yet) been published. Therefore, it is not an authoritative Read more about How to make a manuscript visible online before it becomes accepted by a journal?[…]

number of citations to your research papers

How to boost the number of citations to your research papers in a short time?

Citations remain an important metric for academics, and more citations are always better. As researchers investigate the systems underlying citation counts, patterns have emerged in the data suggesting factors that might affect how often a particular paper is cited. If you want to boost the number of citations to your research papers in a short Read more about How to boost the number of citations to your research papers in a short time?[…]

Trending Research Subjects in a Field

Is There Any Way to Get Informed About What the Trending Research Subjects are in a Field and How I Can Check Them out?

One of the most effective ways to connect with your audience is to write about trending research subjects in your article and on social media. Not everything you publish has to be related to a current event, but using trending topics strategically will allow you to ride waves of demand in both search and social Read more about Is There Any Way to Get Informed About What the Trending Research Subjects are in a Field and How I Can Check Them out?[…]

Blacklisted Journals Predatory Journals

What Are the Blacklisted Journals and How Can You Recognize Them?

What Are the Blacklisted Journals? Invalid journals are journals that have an online site and a specific ISSN number. Blacklisted journals use online site and an ISSN number to publish articles. Currently, these journals becomes invalid for reasons such as: Printing too many articles in one issue Short-term refereeing Publishing articles unrelated to the scope Read more about What Are the Blacklisted Journals and How Can You Recognize Them?[…]

What is an ethical code

What Is an Ethical Code and For Which Research Project Is It Necessary?

What Is an Ethical Code? Ethical code is a guide of principles. Others design it to help professionals conduct business honestly and with integrity. Ethical code, also referred to as a “code of ethics”, may encompass various areas, such as business ethics, a code of professional practice, and an employee code of conduct.  A code Read more about What Is an Ethical Code and For Which Research Project Is It Necessary?[…]

ORCID ID

What Is ORCID ID and Why Every Scholar Should Have One?

What is ORCID ID? Maybe you have come across the term ORCID while submitting articles to prestigious journals. ORCID ID is a unique digital identifier that distinguishes a researcher from any other researcher with the same or similar name. ORCID, or Open Researcher and Contributor ID, is a 16-character alphanumeric code assigned exclusively to an Read more about What Is ORCID ID and Why Every Scholar Should Have One?[…]

identity in peer review

The role of identity in peer review – moving towards a trusted system

The peer review process, which is considered one of the central processes in the publishing industry, involves an in-depth evaluation of academic, scientific, or professional research work. This process is carried out by experts in the same and related scientific fields. To celebrate this process and reveal facts and insights about peer review, the publishing Read more about The role of identity in peer review – moving towards a trusted system[…]

Tips for PhD Students to Overcome Stress

Tips for PhD Students to Overcome Stress [Part 2]

Reducing stress levels and solving mental health problems of doctoral researchers cannot be accomplished only with the help of institutions that support mental health on campus. In addition, it is not up to the institutions that train supervisors to deal with their student groups in dealing with stress. It is also important to understand that Read more about Tips for PhD Students to Overcome Stress [Part 2][…]

Tips for PhD Students to Overcome Stress

10 Effective Stress Management Tips for Ph.D. Students

Did you start a Ph.D. thinking that studying for a Ph.D. would be stressful? If your answer is a resounding yes, then you are not alone, and you are definitely not wrong about the stress of studying for a Ph.D.! Studying for a Ph.D. can be very daunting. As the results of a survey by Read more about 10 Effective Stress Management Tips for Ph.D. Students[…]

laboratory work

6 Tips to Get Back to Laboratory Work After a Long Career Break

Many researchers who get back to laboratory work after a long career break do not recall everything they used to do in the laboratory. Be sure that many people experience academic gaps for various reasons, such as the birth of a child, financial problems, work issues, or emergencies. You are not alone on this path. Read more about 6 Tips to Get Back to Laboratory Work After a Long Career Break[…]

Writing a Research Manuscript

Important Tips for Writing a Research Manuscript

To write a research manuscript from a thesis or from raw data after statistical analysis, various skills are needed, including specialized translation, editing, checking English grammar and language, checking the credibility of journals and plagiarism, etc. But there are some skills that are not mentioned in any course or workshop or training video. In this Read more about Important Tips for Writing a Research Manuscript[…]

Null Hypothesis mportance in Research

What is a Null Hypothesis? What is Its Importance in Research?

Scientists begin their research with the hypothesis that there is some kind of relationship between variables. The null hypothesis is the opposite of this hypothesis and states that there is no such relationship between the variables. The null hypothesis may not sound exciting, but it is a very important aspect of research that should not Read more about <strong>What is a Null Hypothesis? What is Its Importance in Research?</strong>[…]

Statistical test

7 Essential Ways to Choose the Right Statistical Test

What are Statistical Tests? Statistical tests are the mathematical methods used to determine whether two sets of data are significantly different from each other. To do this, statistical tests use several statistical measures such as mean, standard deviation, and coefficient of variation. Once the statistical measures are calculated, the statistical test compares them with a Read more about 7 Essential Ways to Choose the Right Statistical Test[…]

what is experimental research design

Experimental Research Design — 6 Mistakes You Should Never Make!

During school years, students conduct scientific experiments that provide results that define and prove the laws and theorems of science. These tests are based on experimental research designs. An experimental research design helps researchers to implement their research objectives with greater clarity and transparency. In this article, in addition to discussing the key aspects of Read more about Experimental Research Design — 6 Mistakes You Should Never Make![…]

OJS system

The 5th Step-10th step of the Optimal Use of the OJS System

The Fifth Step of the Optimal Use of the OJS System: Editor-In-Chief The editor-in-chief has mastered all the processes of judging articles, as well as editing and publishing the scientific journal. The inherent duty of the editor is to write the rules and guidelines in the scientific journal. He should work closely with the website Read more about The 5th Step-10th step of the Optimal Use of the OJS System[…]

Multiple Submissions to One Journal

How Will Multiple Submissions to One Journal Affect My Academic Reputation?

When new submissions flood the journal and each is better than the other, it becomes difficult for editors to decide whether to publish all the articles from one author or not. On the one hand, the journal editors like the 4 submissions from one author whose articles are topical, promising, and well-written. On the other Read more about <strong>How Will Multiple Submissions to One Journal Affect My Academic Reputation?</strong>[…]

Science Communicator

8 Ways to Be a Good Science Communicator and Promote Your Research

Have you ever struggled to explain a complex scientific concept to your friends or family? We all know how important scientific concepts are and their importance is undeniable. However, a large group of people is unaware of the importance of being aware of scientific concepts. If people knew a lot about the COVID-19 pandemic, this Read more about 8 Ways to Be a Good <a>Science Communicator</a> and Promote Your Research[…]

YouTube Science Channels

13 Popular YouTube Channels for Researchers!

Online educational programs are quickly finding their place among students, professionals, researchers, and teachers. Science e-learning has grown nearly 900% in the last 20 years, and almost 1 billion people have taken advantage of what all that online teaching and learning have to offer. Free e-learning via YouTube videos is becoming a popular way for Read more about <strong>13 Popular YouTube Channels for Researchers!</strong>[…]

Understanding the Difference to Avoid Incorrect Citations

Primary vs. Secondary Sources – Understanding the Difference to Avoid Incorrect Citations

What Is Citation and Why Is It Important? Citation literally means citation or reference to sources. When the author of an article wants to use the scientific results of previous researchers, he must refer to or cite the previous article. Citing or referencing sources is the most important aspect of writing an academic essay. The Read more about Primary vs. Secondary Sources – Understanding the Difference to Avoid Incorrect Citations[…]

Thesis Statement

What Makes a Thesis Statement Outstanding? — 5 Things to Know

What Is a Thesis Statement? A thesis statement is a sentence that expresses the main idea of an essay or a research paper. In this statement, the authors state their beliefs or what they intend to argue in their research study. The statement is clear and concise, with only one or two sentences. Thesis Statement Read more about What Makes a Thesis Statement Outstanding? — 5 Things to Know[…]

OJS system

What Is the OJS System?

OJS stands for Open Journal System and is an open source publication management software used by many scientific journals around the world. DoNotEdit Company has the ability to install and support OJS software to manage the publication of open texts. If you want to get acquainted with the services of this software and the various Read more about What Is the OJS System?[…]

PhD Teaching

Do’s and Don’ts for researchers – Research Along with PhD Teaching

As a PhD student, you may encounter a situation in which you are asked to teach undergraduate students, in addition to managing your research work! You have no idea of how to teach students, but your professor insists on taking up this responsibility. Teaching during PhD is an effective way to expand your knowledge and Read more about Do’s and Don’ts for researchers – Research Along with PhD Teaching[…]

How to Use Synonyms Effectively to avoid Plagiarism

How to Use Synonyms Effectively in a Sentence? Another Way to Avoid Plagiarism!

Do you remember those school days when memorizing synonyms and antonyms played an essential role in our language exams? Who knew it would keep you from committing the malpractice of plagiarism as a researcher today? As a child, it was easier to build a vocabulary and learn new words, be they synonyms or antonyms. But Read more about How to Use Synonyms Effectively in a Sentence? Another Way to Avoid Plagiarism![…]

literature review

Systematic Literature Review or Literature Review?

As a researcher, you may be asked to conduct a literature review of your research. But what kind of review do you need to complete your research? Is this review needs to be a systematic literature review or a standard literature review? In this DoNotEdit article, we explain the purpose of a systematic literature review, Read more about Systematic Literature Review or Literature Review?[…]

Informed Consent

Informed Consent in Research Studies – Doing Research Conscientiously

Privacy may be considered a uniquely human concept. Human rights to privacy act as cornerstones of successful democracies. We have the absolute right to decide what we want to make public about our private lives in most cases, barring exceptional and very rare circumstances. When we click on the ‘Accept’ or ‘Agree’ buttons after scrolling Read more about Informed Consent in Research Studies – Doing Research Conscientiously[…]

Qualitative Research

Quality in Qualitative Research: Enhance Data to the Next Level

The use of qualitative over quantitative data research methods usually depends on the type and scope of the research project. There are also hybrid models that use both types of data. In this article, we will focus on when, why, and how to use qualitative research methods, and how to ensure that your qualitative research Read more about Quality in Qualitative Research: Enhance Data to the Next Level[…]

What do reviewers look for in a grant proposal

What do reviewers look for in a grant proposal?

It would be impossible to carry out research without a solid source of funding. A large portion of research funding is in the form of grants. But the world of research grants is very competitive. In 2021, the success rate of research proposals competing for National Institutes of Health (NIH) grants was only 20%. Securing Read more about What do reviewers look for in a grant proposal?[…]

Using Strategic Keywords in Research Papers

The Importance of Using Strategic Keywords in Research Papers

In this DoNotEdit article, we will discuss the importance of using keywords in research articles. Every year, more than a million scientific publications are added to the existing collection of research papers. New scientific articles make it more difficult to identify relevant publications through simple search methods. Therefore, even when your hard work leads to Read more about The Importance of Using Strategic Keywords in Research Papers[…]

Implications in Research

What are Implications in Research?

Manuscripts that do not mention the implications of the study are often rejected by journals. In this DoNotEdit article, we will tell you what constitutes the ‘implications’ of research, and why it is important to include research implications in your manuscript. Research implications: An overview Once you have outlined the key findings in your paper, Read more about What are Implications in Research?[…]

good researcher characteristics

The Top 5 Qualities of a Good Researcher

What are the characteristics of a good researcher? What makes a good researcher? Does the researcher have an innate and indescribable genius or can they acquire and practice skills to become a good researcher? If it was just the former, then there would be far fewer innovations in the history of humankind than there have Read more about The Top 5 Qualities of a Good Researcher[…]

Scientific Conference or workshop

4 Reasons You Should Organize a Scientific Conference or Workshop

Researchers often focus on laboratory work and publishing their papers. This makes them forget the most important part of a successful career: professional networking! One of the ways to leave the laboratory and meet new colleagues is to organize a scientific conference or workshop. Differences between Scientific Conference and Workshop Conferences are usually larger events Read more about 4 Reasons You Should Organize a Scientific Conference or Workshop[…]

Research Impact Create Global Impact

What is Research Impact? And How Can You Create Global Impact with Your Research?

As a researcher, you may dream of bringing a change to the world. You definitely want to make changes in the world with your research work so that these changes will benefit the societies and people of the world. You want to use the impact of your research to benefit the world. Most researchers are Read more about What is Research Impact? And How Can You Create Global Impact with Your Research?[…]

ncrease Public Participation with Your Research Article

5 Steps to Increase Public Participation with Your Research Article

After you’ve spent months and maybe even years on your academic research and now finally have it published, what happens next? Will the general public read and understand your research? Will this article sit on someone’s shelf and collect dust or will it attract the attention of the general public? After all, the ultimate goal Read more about 5 Steps to Increase Public Participation with Your Research Article[…]

How Online Videos Can Help Researchers

How Online Videos Can Help Researchers Promote Their Research

Scientists rely on research promotion to expand their ideas. There are many ways to promote research. Online videos are one of the most important options available that scientists choose more than ever to promote their academic research. Forum, Blog, and Academic Platform for Research Promotion Academic journals are an avenue into the scientific community. Journals Read more about How Online Videos Can Help Researchers Promote Their Research[…]

5 Tips to Write a Scientific Article

5 Tips to Write a Scientific Article When You Lack Motivation

Writing a scientific article usually requires high focus and extensive research. It is required that you put all your focus on delivering a top-notch research paper. When you feel unmotivated, it is not the time to write scientific articles. Lack of motivation can be caused by many factors. Maybe something like remembering some incoming test Read more about 5 Tips to Write a Scientific Article When You Lack Motivation[…]

Reproducibility in research

5 Main Factors Affecting Reproducibility in Research

How can science go wrong? This thought often comes to researchers’ minds. When you talk to your PI about designing an experiment, your PI reminds you that it’s important to replicate the experiments and their results. You manage to plan the experiment, complete it successfully, and get the results. After analyzing these results from repeated Read more about 5 Main Factors Affecting Reproducibility in Research[…]

AI-based article summarizer

Cut Down on Your Time of Reading Articles with an AI-based Article Summarizer!

How to scan through millions of articles while reducing reading time at the same time? The best solution to reduce the time of reading scientific articles is to use an AI-based article summarizer! Researcher 1: “Every time I turn on my laptop, I see a flood of articles!” And researcher 2 answers him: “Why don’t you Read more about Cut Down on Your Time of Reading Articles with an AI-based Article Summarizer![…]

4 Reasons for the Importance of Research Limitations

Writing Limitations of Research Study: 4 Reasons for the Importance of Research Limitations

It is a common occurrence for researchers to encounter the research limitations. The limitations of writing research papers are often assumed to be the deadening problems of research work. However, when it comes to research studies, limitations can help to structure the research study better. Therefore, do not underestimate the importance of research study limitations. Read more about Writing Limitations of Research Study: 4 Reasons for the Importance of Research Limitations[…]

research paper outline

How Can You Create a Research Paper Outline?

When you are staring at a blank page, it means that you are starting to think about writing your research paper. After months of experiments and getting results, your professor asks you to write an article for publication in a prestigious journal. You talk to your classmates and a few of your seniors and get Read more about How Can You Create a Research Paper Outline?[…]