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Pioneering Women in Science

Throughout history, women in science have fought to push boundaries, break glass ceilings, and close gender gaps. Their perseverance not only changed the existing science community, but also laid the foundations for all future women in science.

by Charla Viera, MS

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How to Write the Background of a Study

The background to a study sets the scene. It lays out the “state of the art”. It tells your reader about other research done on the topic in question, via useful review papers and other summaries of the literature.

by Gareth Dyke, PhD

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How Long Should Authors Wait for a Journal's Response? (and When to Reach Out)

Don’t wait: Communicate!

by Gareth Dyke, PhD

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Scope and Delimitations in Research

All scientific research has boundaries, whether or not the authors clearly explain them. Your study's scope and delimitations are the sections where you define the broader parameters and boundaries of your research. The scope details what your study will explore, such as the target population, extent, or study duration. Delimitations are factors and variables not included in the study.

by AJE Team

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What is a Good Impact Factor for a Journal?

A good journal impact factor (IF) is often the main consideration for researchers when they’re looking for a place to publish their work. Many researchers assume that a high impact factor indicates a more prestigious journal.

by AJE Team

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What is Punctuation in English? [an intro for academics]

Punctuation in English is the use of written symbols to help readers clearly understand what you’re trying to tell them. Most languages have some form of punctuation, and many now share common symbols. But in English, punctuation marks may have a different meaning or style of use.

by AJE Team

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How to Tailor Your Research for a General Audience
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How to Tailor Your Research for a General Audience

In this blog post, we cover two of the key secrets to successfully connect with the public: choosing your audience and tailoring your message to reach them.

by Gareth Dyke, PhD

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8 Ways to Identify a Questionable Open Access Journal

How to watch out for predatory journals in the Open Access world

by Chrissy Prater, PhD

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AJE's Free Grammar Check for Scientists and Academics
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AJE's Free Grammar Check for Scientists and Academics

The AJE grammar check tool is free to use. AJE's grammar check tool checks your academic paper for clarity, incorrect grammar, readability, and consistency.

by AJE Team

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