Publication ethics guidance for the arts, humanities, and social sciences
COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) and Routledge are researching the publication ethics issues faced by journal editors in the arts, humanities and social sciences. Why do this research? COPE’s 2016-2018 strategic plan identified a new priority: to increase diversity culturally, geographically, and by discipline. Although COPE provides guidance that spans all subjects, some resources need […]
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Food for Thought
For journal editors and early career researchers (ECRs) alike, it’s crucial to have a strong academic network that reaches across the research community. Having a broad network of contacts in your field can be incredibly useful. It can help career advancement, finding new research opportunities, and even personal development. For journal editors, having a wide […]
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How to support early career researchers
What does your journal do to support early career researchers (ECRs)? Could you do more as an editor to develop this community, helping them progress from journal readers into authors? There are plenty of ways editors can support ECRs, from academic mentoring to running an essay prize, but one journal is taking a particularly hands-on […]
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cOAlition S, Plan S and accelerating OA
*Update, February 14 2019: read the feedback we’ve submitted to cOAlition S in response to the Guidance on the Implementation of Plan S* The recent announcements emanating from Europe around open access (OA) have resonated throughout the globe. In this post we examine the origin and aim of Plan S, briefly outline reactions to the […]
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Academic mentoring for editors and ECRs
Academic mentoring can be a fantastic tool for journal editors and early career researchers (ECRs) alike. Whether you’re looking to foster meaningful connections across research communities, develop your own understanding and skills, or build a professional network, academic mentoring could be the answer. In this post, we’re sharing the benefits of academic mentoring, along with tips […]
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