The active voice promotes simple, straightforward writing. As such, most scientific journals encourage the use of the active voice over the passive voice [1]. Active voice – the subject acts. Passive voice – the subject is acted upon. You will use a variety of tenses when writing a … [Read more...]
Promote your article with KUDOS
What is KUDOS? Kudos provides a web-based platform for you to maximise the visibility of your publications. How does it work? Step 1: Claim your publications – The KUDOS team suggests that you only promote one publication at a time. Step 2: Explain your work – Add a short title, a … [Read more...]
Why you should get an ORCID iD
What is an ORCID iD? An ORCID iD is a permanent 16-digit numeric identification number. Rather than relying on surnames, this number unmistakably distinguishes you from other researchers [1]. What are the benefits? You’ll get credit for all your publications – Throughout your career, you … [Read more...]
How to write an effective abstract
An abstract is a short but fully-contained summary of a study. Its purpose is to entice readers into wanting to read the full paper. This poses a challenge, given the ever increasing volume of documents and texts. As such, an effective abstract is key for the dissemination of your research. An … [Read more...]
Handling a request for revision
After submitting your paper to a journal, you must wait for the Editor-in-Chief (or his deputy) to make a decision on your paper. If your paper goes through the full review process, the Editor will ask reviewers to make recommendations. Finally, the great day arrives when you receive the Editor’s … [Read more...]
