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In academic publishing, metrics measure the impact of a journal or published research. For example, counting the number of times a published article is cited in other research is a…

After what became the longest government shutdown in history, the US government has finally reopened, for now. Currently, the dispute over funding for President Trump’s border wall…

Not many open-access scientific journals meet the draft Plan S requirements. This initiative by European funders aims to make the research they fund freely and immediately…

Gender discrimination in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields is a problem that is now well recognized.  There are even reports that state that the gender gap…

The progress of Brexit negotiations between the UK and the EU have captured the attention of the global public. As the deadline for the UK to leave the EU draws near, it appears…

Whether or not open access is a viable model for the future is a topic of hot debate. The current standoff between Elsevier and a number of European institutions is one example of…

Since President Donald Trump took office, his administration has been affecting the scientific community. From gag orders to funding cuts to the reshuffling of scientific advisory…

Over the last several years, the push to shift to an open access model of publishing has been growing. As part of this trend, numerous major research and academic institutions in…

Ongoing revelations that scientific misconduct exists throughout the academic community have shaken the research community throughout 2018. Fabrication of data, deliberate…

Publication is an essential part of any researcher’s career. However, citations matter just as much, if not more. A high number of widely cited publications shows that you as a…

China’s entry onto the global scientific stage has been both rapid and significant. As the country has increased spending and investment in science and research, Chinese scientists…

Retirement is a time when people have the same concerns as younger members of the society. These concerns revolve around financial security, health care, and safety. A…