Research Paper Writing & Publication
"From Draft to Journal: Master the Art of Research Publication"
Module Overview
OBJECTIVE
To equip students with the skills necessary on steps for writing a proper research
article, accurate ways to communicate the paper, giving a comprehensive overview onselecting the best journal and expediting the publishing process without facing
rejections.
Target Audience:
Perfect for MSc, MTech, PhD students & early researchers
(Domain: Pharmacy & Management)
DURATION
- 5 Hour (1 hour/day)
- Live meet sessions
- 5 Modules
This course includes
- Pre-recorded Videos
- Reference Materials
- Certified Certificates
Mode
- Online
What you'll learn
- Ways to select the most appropriate journal for publication and submitting your paper.
- Understanding to navigate the editorial process, including writing of cover letters and the peer review process.
- Walking through the different editorial decisions and ways to appeal them.
- Modes to include ethical considerations and avoid potential pitfalls
Course Overview
Through a serial publication of modules, this course will take you through common misconceptions about publishing, writing tips for structuring a research paper, analysing its key concepts, selecting higher features of journal selection, and tools to help find the suitable journal. They will also bring sympathy for ethical and effective issues related to academic writing, including plagiarism and citation practices. The module will conclude with the submission and peer review process.
Instructor's Role
- Guiding students through foundational knowledge and paper writing skills.
- Walking deeply through Publishing and peer review process.
- One on one mentorship on demand.
- Suggestion to write cover letters
- Sharing Journal list.
Module Structure
Introduction to Scientific Publishing
- What is Scientific Publishing?
- Types of Scientific Articles
- Review Articles
- Case Studies
- Why and When to Publish?
- Academic progress
- Funding and grants
- Best time: After solid results, analysis, and conclusions
- Common Myths and Fears
Structuring Your Research Paper
- Overview of the Four Main Sections
- Introduction: Purpose & Expectations
- How to Describe Methodology Clearly
- Reporting Ethical Approval & Tools Used
- Discussing Limitations and Implications
- Crafting a Strong Conclusion Paragraph
- Citations and Referencing Within IMRaD
Selecting the Right Journal
- Understanding Journal Scope
- What is an Impact Factor?
- Understanding Indexing: Scopus, WoS, PubMed
- Open Access vs Subscription Journals
- How to Verify a Journal's Legitimacy
- Matching Your Abstract to Journal Keywords
- Reviewing Recent Issues of a Journal
Submission & Peer Review
- Key Components of a Submission Package
- How to Write an Effective Cover Letter
- Understanding the Peer Review Process
- Typical Reviewer Comments & Expectations
- Responding to Reviewers: Tone and Clarity
- Post-Acceptance Communication & Proofs
- Submission Tips from Experienced Authors
Module 5: Ethics and Final Q&A
- What is Publication Ethics?
- Understanding Plagiarism (With Examples)
- Acknowledgments vs. Authorship?
- Handling Conflicts of Interest?
- Data Integrity and Image Manipulation
- Copyright & Permissions Overview
- Plagiarism Checkers: Turnitin, Thenticate, Grammarly Premium
- How to Cite Sources Effectively
- Open Discussion: Common Ethical Dilemmas
- Trainer Q&A – Ask Me Anything!