The issue of research inequality between the Global South and the Global North is still a hot topic in the academic sphere. Developed regions such as Europe and North America dominate the Global North. As a result, the Global North acts as the world’s leading producer of knowledge, unlike the Global South, which includes countries […]
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In this modern era, international collaboration has become one of the most important strategies in improving research quality. Through cross-country teamwork, researchers can strengthen the methodology and widen the academic perspectives. Researchers can also improve the chance of publishing in a well-known journal platform and increase citations. Hence, participating in international research is an effective
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In the academic world, scientific writing is not just about conveying ideas or research results. More than that, the quality of the writing also determines the extent to which a work can be accepted, understood, and recognized. Therefore, the proofreading and editing process plays an important role in ensuring that scientific manuscripts meet good academic
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For many beginner authors, the process of submitting an article to an academic journal often feels complicated. In fact, once you understand the workflow, the process is quite simple and can be done by anyone. The key is to follow the journal’s guidelines and prepare your manuscript carefully to increase the chances of acceptance. 1.
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Over the past few decades, the academic world has undergone a significant shift in how research productivity is measured. The phrase “publish or perish” has become a symbol of pressure faced by researchers to continuously produce scientific publications in order to remain relevant, gain recognition, secure funding, or advance their academic careers. In an increasingly
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Choosing a research topic can feel overwhelming, especially with so many options available. Whether you’re a student, lecturer, or researcher, selecting a relevant and trending topic is a key step toward successful publication. A strong topic not only increases your chance of being accepted in journals or conferences, but also boosts citation potential and academic
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AI in research is becoming increasingly common, especially among students, lecturers, and researchers aiming for faster publication. Many now use Artificial Intelligence tools for brainstorming, literature summarizing, reference searching, and even assisting in academic writing. AI in research also helps generate research outlines, structure arguments, and refine academic tone. However, despite these advantages, an important
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Writing a scientific article isn’t just about fulfilling an academic obligation, but also a strategy for achieving the KUM (General Review and Evaluation) targets required for promotion to a functional lecturer position. Many lecturers already have ideas or research findings, but struggle to package them into a coherent, publication-worthy article. The good news is, this
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In the scientific article publication process, many authors focus on the writing and submission stages, but often underestimate the importance of subsequent editorial communication. One crucial element in this process is the decision letter. In this decision letter, the journal editor formally communicates the direction and fate of an article, determining whether they accept it,
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In recent years, the academic world has seen a major shift in scholarly publishing. One of the most significant changes is the rise of Open Access (OA) journals, which allow anyone to read and access articles for free without the barrier of a subscription. The belief in democratizing knowledge drives this concept, making research results
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