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Career Advice
Journal editors: What they do, and how to become one
Becoming a journal editor is a goal for many academics and involves overseeing the publication process, organizing peer reviews, and shaping a journal’s thematic direction. Although it’s not typically a full-time job, it can bring significant benefits such as boosting…
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Academic Skills
Major revisions: Sample peer review comments and examples
‘Major revisions’ is one of the most common peer review decisions. It means that the peer reviewer considers a manuscript suitable for publication if the authors rectify some major shortcomings. As a peer reviewer, it is useful to learn about…
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Networking Hacks
How to network in academia as an introvert (+ 8 actionable tips)
Networking is a vital aspect of academic success, but it can be a source of concern for introverted individuals. Rather than trying to conform to conventional networking expectations, it’s essential to embrace your introversion and adapt your strategies accordingly. Learn…
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Research Essentials
The best AI tools for academic paraphrasing: tested and ranked
Proper paraphrasing is an essential skill for individuals in academia, including researchers, scholars, professors, and students. In this guide, we comprehensively tested, reviewed and ranked seven popular AI tools for academic paraphrasing, along with our top 3 choices, so that…
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