Category: Opinion

Opinion, Work Environments

The Challenges of Working Together: Understanding the Strains on Working Relationships

In a professional environment, working together can be rewarding but also challenging due to communication barriers, differing work styles, conflicts of interest, lack of trust, and cultural differences. “Making Working Relationships Work” by Spencer-Oatey and Lazidou offers insights on navigating these challenges through effective communication, trust-building, conflict resolution, and practical relationship-building tips.

Academia, Opinion, Publishing

The Persistent Pressure of “Publish and/or Perish” in Academia

In the intense world of academia, the pressure to “publish or perish” has led to a proliferation of academic journals. While this offers opportunities for niche fields, it also raises quality concerns and challenges in indexing. Balancing quantity and quality, promoting transparency, and rethinking metrics are crucial in addressing these complexities. Jozef Colpaert’s concept of “publish and perish” urges academia to prioritize integrity and meaningful contributions over sheer publication numbers.

Academia, Opinion, Publishing, Research, Reviewing

The Plight of Academic Journal Editors: The Reviewer Recruitment Dilemma

Journal editor

The process of peer review stands as the cornerstone of scholarly communication in the intricate and complex world of academic publishing. It acts as a gatekeeper, ensuring the integrity, quality, and credibility of research before it reaches the public domain. However, the unsung heroes of …