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Why is there a need for Research and Publication Ethics to be taught at Undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD levels?
The question concerns the importance of teaching research and publication ethics at different educational levels. Integrating research and publication ethics into education fosters responsible, trustworthy research practices and contributes to the overall advancement of knowledge. You are most welcome to share any specific areas you’d like to explore further and your thoughts about them.
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What are some obstacles you faced when trying to explain your research? What are your solutions?
Each of us has our own expertise, and there can be knowledge barriers for others outside of our expertise/industry to understand our research. This can hinder collaborations. What's your experiences and do you find ways to overcome it?
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Answer Accepted 93 Answers 52 Votes
What is the time limit for reviewing an article?
For the review of each article, there is a value to be given to the reviewer.
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Answer Accepted 46 Answers 27 Votes
What are the most promising areas of research for the next 5 years?
1. Artificial intelligence and machine learning 2. Genetics and personalized medicine 3. Climate change and environmental science 4. Neuroscience and brain-computer interfaces
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As an editor for peer-reviewed journal, what would you consider appropriate in making a decision to accept a peer-reviewer's report?
When evaluating a peer-reviewed study on surface water resources used for a commercial water operation, it is expected that the reviewer will thoroughly assess the methodology, including water sampling procedures and data analysis. In addition, the reviewer should identify potential oversights and suggest necessary improvements or alternative methods. However, when an expert reviewer raises concerns, and the authors respond with contrary submissions supported by well-detailed references, how...
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Why universities underpaying their faculty and delaying their promotions should not be penalized?
There has been a lot of hype about the ranking business in higher education sector. While ranking agencies consider many parameters e.g. faculty number and qualification, infrastructure, research output, etc. why they do not attach any value to whether participating universities are paying their faculty as per norms, whether deserving faculty are getting promoted on time? The system will become more fair and transparent if universities not adopting fair practices with respect to faculty...
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What are the biggest challenges facing your field of research?
1. Lack of funding 2. Difficulty in replicating studies 3. Difficulty in recruiting participants 4. Difficulty in obtaining necessary resources and equipment
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How do you think government funding for scientific research should be allocated?
1. Based on the potential impact on society 2. Based on the track record of the research team 3. Based on the likelihood of commercialization 4. Based on a peer-review process
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Is shifting scientific meetings from offline to online mode doing more harm than benefit?
During the coronavirus pandemic post-2020, the whole world was forced to replace offline communication with online mode, wherever possible. Interestingly, the practice of online meetings has continued even after the pandemic has gone away. In universities, there are meetings of Research Progress Committees, Ph.D. viva, etc. Now many universities have adopted the practice of conducting these meetings online to save the money which otherwise they would be paying for travel and food of external...
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What are the benefits of strong collaborations between academia and the industry?
It is said that lack of relevant relationships between the industry and academia impede industrial innovations, as a strong bond between both can revolutionise global economy. What is your take on this and what benefits can such relationship between both parties bring?
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