Publication In Journal Research Articles

SCRIPting a Path to Scholarship: How Student Journals Reduce Barriers to Publication

Abstract Early initiation of research activities among medical students is associated with later academic success and improved scientific productivity; however, barriers to publication in mainstream journals may deter students from disseminating their scholarly work. We sought to determine the impact of Scholarly Research in Progress (SCRIP), a student journal, on students’ level of experience, knowledge, or practice related to writing and publication, writing apprehension, and scholarly productivity. Students from Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine were surveyed via Qualtrics to assess their experience and motivation to publish, determine publication rates, and better understand barriers to publishing practices. Data was reported using means and standard deviations for ranked questions. One hundred sixteen participants responded, and 77 completed surveys were included in the analysis. Participants who had previously published in SCRIP indicated they were more confident in writing manuscripts (p = 0.003), submitting articles (p = 0.002), navigating the publication process (p = 0.008), and navigating the peer-review process (p = 0.033) compared to those who had not previously published in SCRIP. SCRIP-published participants were also more likely to place a high value on publishing research in their careers (p = 0.028). There was no significant difference in the average number of total PubMed-indexed publications between SCRIP-published participants and non-SCRIP-published participants (p = 0.779). Overall, SCRIP positively impacted students’ attitude towards future publication and was associated with improved writing confidence. Reviewer feedback was well-received by students and helped to improve their research to a publishable level while supporting development of their scientific writing skills and confidence.

Open Access Fees in Top Physiology Journals: How Indian Researchers May Miss the Opportunity of Publication in Top Journals

Open Access Fees in Top Physiology Journals: How Indian Researchers May Miss the Opportunity of Publication in Top Journals

A Systematic Review of Articles in the Leadership and Policy in Schools Journal Published Between 2010 and 2024: Future Directions for the Journal and the Field

ABSTRACT This systematic review examines the contribution of the *Leadership and Policy in Schools* (LPS) journal to Educational Management Leadership and Administration (EMLA) from 2010 to 2024. We analyzed publication trends, geographic distribution, high-impact scholars, and the journal’s conceptual and intellectual structure. Using VOSviewer and Excel, we identified 515 peer-reviewed articles, highlighting a sharp growth in publications in 2019, 2022, and 2023. The journal’s knowledge production has been dominated by English-speaking countries, with contributions from Israel, Hong Kong, and Türkiye. Key themes include leadership’s impact on outcomes, instructional leadership, reform, social justice, and school improvement. A qualitative synthesis of the 20 most cited articles revealed three dominant themes: leadership and school outcomes, equality and social justice, and school structures. This review outlines significant contributions and suggests future directions for both the journal and the broader field.

Co-producing a safe mobility and falls informatics platform to drive meaningful quality improvement in the hospital setting: a mixed-methods protocol for the insightFall study

IntroductionManual investigation of falls incidents for quality improvement is time-consuming for clinical staff. Routine care delivery generates a large volume of relevant data in disparate systems, yet these data are...

Efficacy and safety of NeoAdjuvant chemotherapy with or without tIslelizumab followed by debulking surgery for oVarian cancEr (NAIVE study) in China: study protocol of an open-label, phase II, randomised controlled trial

IntroductionThe prognosis for epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC) is exceedingly poor, with patients diagnosed with stage III/IV tumours typically offered cytoreductive surgery in conjunction with chemotherapy as a standard treatment option. This approach is intended to reduce the risk of surgery and address ovarian cancers that are not amenable to surgical intervention. A promising alternative and important treatment option is neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NACT) in conjunction with interstitial tumour cytoreductive surgery. The combination of neoadjuvant immunotherapy with chemotherapy has recently demonstrated remarkable efficacy, particularly in melanoma and lung cancer, with notable pathological responses and therapeutic benefits in tumour tissue. The NeoAdjuvant chemotherapy with or without tIslelizumab followed by debulking surgery for oVarian cancEr(NAIVE) study aims to assess the clinical efficacy and safety of NACT in combination with tislelizumab (a monoclonal antibody for programmed cell death protein 1) for advanced EOC.Methods and analysisThe NAIVE study is an investigator-initiated, prospective, single-centre, open-label, randomised controlled trial for advanced EOC with the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) stage IIIc with a Suidan CT score of 3 or greater or a Fagotti laparoscopic score of 8 or greater; or FIGO stage IV. The primary endpoint of the study is the 1-year progression-free survival (PFS) rate, measured as the percentage of patients who are free of tumour progression or death for 1 year after receiving the first dose of study drug. The secondary endpoints encompassed the R0 resection rate, the clinical response rate and other relevant metrics. Enrolled patients will be randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to either the experimental arm, which will receive neoadjuvant platinum-based chemotherapy in combination with tislelizumab, or the control arm, which will receive neoadjuvant platinum-based chemotherapy. The study will enrol 40 patients, with enrolment scheduled to start in April 2021 and complete in April 2025, given a 1-year PFS rate of 60%. The study will provide new evidence regarding the clinical efficacy and safety of NACT in combination with tislelizumab for advanced ovarian cancer. The results will contribute to a deeper understanding of the clinical effects, safety profile and fundamental immunological processes. The findings will contribute to the growing body of evidence in support of the incorporation of immunotherapy into the treatment paradigm for ovarian cancer, thus facilitating the development of more personalised and efficacious therapeutic modalities.Ethics and disseminationThis trial has received ethical approval from the Institutional Ethics Committee of the Second Affiliated Hospital of the Medical College of Zhejiang University. Presentations at scientific and professional meetings and publication in peer-reviewed journals will disseminate the results of the study.Trial registration numberNCT04815408.

The hypotension prediction index in major abdominal surgery - A prospective randomised clinical trial protocol.

Patients undergoing major abdominal surgery are at increased risk of developing perioperative hypotension, which is associated with increased mortality and morbidity. Despite using advanced technologies such as evaluating arterial pressure derived cardiac output, anaesthetic management to maintain hemodynamic stability is still reactive when the clinical decision is made after hypotension has developed. Previous perioperative goal-directed studies have not proven the benefits of this approach with high certainty. A new, approved technology called the Hypotension Prediction Index (HPI) aims to prevent hypotension occurrence by allowing the precise hemodynamic monitoring of patients under general anaesthesia, significantly reducing intraoperative hypotension events. This prospective randomised clinical trial aims to compare the rate of perioperative hypotension in patients undergoing major abdominal surgery according to their type of hemodynamic monitoring. and Analysis: Patients meeting the inclusion criteria will be randomly assigned to receive hemodynamic assessment with arterial pressure cardiac output (APCO) monitoring (group A) or hemodynamic monitoring with the HPI software (group B). The primary outcome is a time-weighted average (TWA) mean arterial pressure (MAP) of <65mmHg: TWA MAP = (depth of hypotension [in mmHg] below a MAP of 65mmHg×time [in minutes] spent below a MAP of 65mmHg)/total duration of the operation (in minutes). Its secondary outcomes include perioperative hemodynamic management and the rate of postoperative complications. This trial was approved by the Ethics Committee of the Poznan University of Medical Sciences (KB-559/220; date: 01/07/2022). Its results will be submitted for publication in a peer-reviewed journal. NCT06247384.

Impacts of warming and acidification on pesticide toxicity in continental aquatic environments: a scientometric and systematic map

Carbon dioxide emissions are altering aquatic ecosystems by causing water acidification and temperature increases, and these environments are also facing pesticide contamination. We present a scientometric and systematic map of these impacts in continental aquatic environments, aiming to provide an overview of research investigating the effects of temperature and acidification on pesticide toxicity. Our findings reveal a significant increase in research output on this topic, especially over the past seven years, with the United States leading due to high pesticide use and rigorous environmental monitoring. International collaborations remain low. High-impact journal publications underscore the importance of this topic. The primary focus is on temperature-pesticide interactions, highlighting the need for studies on pesticide-acidification interactions driven by climate change. The most studied class of pesticides is insecticides, particularly chlorpyrifos. Animals such as fish and crustaceans are the most frequently used organisms in ecotoxicological tests, indicating the need for broader assessments of impacts on other aquatic groups. Synergistic effects in interactions were prevalent, stressing the importance of an integrated approach in considering the interplay between temperature, pH, and pesticides. The information presented in this study directs and encourages studies in areas that have not yet addressed this topic.

Challenges and Strategies Adopted for Remote Teaching of Biochemistry During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Protocol for a Scoping Review.

In March 2020, the global landscape witnessed widespread upheavals in both socioeconomic and educational spheres due to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. With measures imposed to control the virus's spread, educational institutions around the world embraced digital learning, introducing challenges in the adaptation to virtual education. This shift proved especially daunting in resource-limited nations with limited digital infrastructure. This scoping review aims to explore the experiences of biochemistry educators during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on successful pedagogical strategies used to overcome challenges in remote teaching. The goal is to compile valuable information applicable to health-related undergraduate and postgraduate courses. This review considers studies and experiences related to the transition to remote biochemistry education during the pandemic. It encompasses a variety of pedagogical approaches, including online teaching tools, interactive methods, and alternatives to practical laboratory classes. The search spans databases such as MEDLINE, the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, and Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) Evidence Synthesis, with a focus on identifying systematic or scoping reviews; however, none were identified in the preliminary search. Starting in February 2022, the scoping review protocol was scheduled for completion by July 2024. From an initial pool of 1171 results, 85 articles were selected, with duplicate verification pending for the subsequent phase of the project. The findings from this review on biochemistry teaching strategies will be communicated using a combination of descriptive narrative, graphical, and tabular formats, emphasizing diverse pedagogical approaches pertinent to the subject. Dissemination will occur through regional and national scientific conference presentations, alongside publication in a peer-reviewed journal. This review aims to generate innovative pedagogical approaches and pinpoint learning activities, materials, and tools that support social and collaborative learning across various subjects, including biochemistry. Moreover, it will offer perspectives from students and educators on the implemented activities, with the intention of integrating them as supplementary methods to boost student participation, and thereby, improve learning outcomes and skill development. Open Science Framework VZSA7; https://osf.io/VZSA7/. DERR1-10.2196/59552.

Valuing diversity, from afar – A scientometric analysis of the Global North countries overrepresentation in top communication journals

Abstract Purpose This paper investigates the geographic disparities in academic publishing within top communication journals, focusing on the overrepresentation of Global North researchers and the underrepresentation of Global South scholars. The goal is to evaluate the inclusivity of these journals and assess the diversity of their editorial boards. Design/methodology/approach Using a mixed-methods scientometric approach, data were collected from Scopus-indexed communication journals between 2014 and 2023. Methods included bibliometric analysis, network analyses and advanced statistical approaches such as chi-square test and Kolmogorov–Smirnov test. Findings The analysis revealed significant disparities: over 90 % of publications in top communication journals were authored by Global North scholars, while less than 10 % were by Global South scholars. Similarly, editorial boards were dominated by Global North scholars, with the United States alone accounting for 63 % of board members. Practical implications These findings highlight the exclusion of Global South scholars from top-tier journals. The results call for more inclusive editorial practices and equitable publication opportunities for underrepresented regions. Social implications The study highlights the need to decolonize and dewesternize academic publishing by promoting greater diversity and inclusivity in scholarly communication, ensuring all geographic regions have a voice in the global academic dialogue. Originality/value This study advances previous work by integrating editorial board dynamics, authorship trends, and collaboration networks to provide a holistic perspective on geographic disparities in communication journals. It highlights the structural mechanisms that reinforce the overrepresentation of Global North scholarship and offers actionable recommendations for fostering greater inclusivity.

The Ibero-American Network of Tourism Research

Research collaboration in tourism is critical to generating innovative knowledge and economic development. The present study aims to analyze the collaboration patterns through co-authorships in the scientific publications of Ibero-American authors in a crucial decade, representing the first generation of authors with international diffusion in Ibero-American tourism research. A Social Network Analysis was applied, distinguishing between publications in Ibero-American and English-speaking international tourism journals. The results identify different types of most outstanding authors, universities and countries and their implications. Finally, the study explains how this collaboration takes place and fosters future research collaboration in tourism in this region.

Research efficiency in Chilean universities: A look from data envelopment analysis

Objective. The objective is to analyze Chilean universities' efficiency in using some research-related inputs to determine their impact on the results of their scientific production. Design/Methodology/Approach. To achieve the outlined objective, some strategic resources are used as inputs, such as financial income, full-time equivalent academic staffing, and the number of enrolled students, and, as output, the number of publications in journals indexed in the Scopus database between 2020 and 2022. This is a descriptive and quantitative research using the data envelopment analysis technique. Results/Discussion. Valuable information for university management and governance was identified, including that three universities reached 100 % efficiency and seven others exceeded 90 %. The Mann-Whitney U and Student's t-tests, which show significant and favorable results for public entities, evidence the differences between public and private universities. Conclusion. The analysis suggests that multiple factors should be considered when evaluating the efficiency of academic institutions, especially their context and mission, especially regarding scientific production.

Improving the diagnostic accuracy of referrals for papilloedema (DIPP) study: protocol for a mixed-methods study

IntroductionPapilloedema can be the first sign of life-threatening disease, for example, brain tumours. Due to the potential seriousness of this clinical sign, the detection of papilloedema would normally prompt urgent...

Job satisfaction in public entities

The objective of this article was to analyze job satisfaction in public entities; It was developed based on a systematic review methodology using the PRISMA method that has contributed to the selection of studies related to job satisfaction and the collection of transcendent information and relevant conceptual judgments regarding the topic addressed by reviewing varied and significant publications in scientific journals. A selection of 23 articles was made that met the inclusion criteria, and whose contributions supported the objective of this systematic review, which is why the satisfaction and participation of public officials are essential for the organizational effectiveness of the sector, to strengthen the commitment to increase quality levels in the public service and the motivation to achieve and essentially to build a modern public administration that responds to the demands of society.

Research involvement among undergraduate medical students in Bangladesh: a multicenter cross-sectional study

BackgroundThe involvement of undergraduate medical students in research is pivotal for the advancement of evidence-based clinical practice. This study aimed to assess the extent of research involvement and the factors influencing it among undergraduate medical students in Bangladesh.MethodsA multi-center cross-sectional study involving 2864 medical students from both public and private medical colleges was conducted between June and December 2023. Data on demographics, research involvement, participation in research training, future career aspirations in research, and obstacles encountered by students were collected. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS 25.ResultsThe mean age of the students was 21.8 ± 1.8 (SD) years, with the majority being female (61.8%). Overall, 21.5% (n = 617) were actively participating in research beyond academic activities. Approximately 7% (n = 205) had undergone formal research training, and 6.5% (n = 187) had experience in publications in peer-reviewed journals as first authors or coauthors. A total of 45.5% of the students faced multiple challenges during participating in research, with the two most difficult tasks being designing a study (26.7%) and data collection and recruitment of study participants (19.6%). Almost half of the students (47.2%, n = 1352) showed an interest in pursuing a research career in the near future. The primary barriers preventing students from choosing a future research career were insufficient mentorship (16.3%), the perception of a lengthy career path (17.2%), and limited funding opportunities (15.9%). Factors that significantly encouraged research involvement included being male (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 1.5, 95% CI: 1.2–1.8), studying in the senior academic phase (aOR 3.9, 95% CI: 2.7–5.6), previous education from an English-medium educational institute (aOR 1.8, 95% CI: 1.2–2.2), and encouragement from faculty (aOR 1.4, 95% CI: 1.1–1.7).ConclusionThe proportion of research participation among the students was relatively low. To promote research engagement among undergraduate medical students in Bangladesh, comprehensive policy formulation and strong commitment at the highest levels are essential. Integrating national research policy into the curriculum could serve as a strategic measure for achieving this objective.

E-commerce and the metaverse: present and future trends of consumers’ adoption

ABSTRACT The aim of this study is to evaluate the knowledge structure of e-commerce in the Metaverse, which comprises virtual reality, augmented reality, extended reality and mixed reality. The consumer shopping experience has changed with the advent of this metaverse technology in the e-commerce platform. Utilizing a science mapping approach through bibliometric analysis, two analyses of bibliographic coupling and co-word analysis were applied to uncover the current and future trends of e-commerce and the Metaverse. 211 journal publications were retrieved from the Web of Science (WoS), and VOSviewer was utilized to present the network structure of the research streams. Current and emerging themes suggest that most clusters are related to consumers’ interactivity and experience using metaverse technologies. The future trends are converged on the following consumer research streams: customer experience, acceptance interactivity and trust in Metaverse. Metaverse will inevitably be the future of e-commerce, and everyone must embrace and adapt to its evolution. Business owners and policymakers will benefit from the findings of this review to plan and design the most significant user-friendly metaverse service despite its sophisticated and complex technology. This study presents the gap in the literature of Metaverse from e-commerce by revealing the knowledge structure through science mapping of bibliometric technique.

The publication fate of abstracts awarded prizes at European Society of Paediatric Radiology annual scientific meetings.

The European Society of Paediatric Radiology (ESPR) awards prizes for outstanding work presented at their annual scientific meetings. The proportion of ESPR prize-winning abstracts to journal publications is not known. Contextualising abstract-to-publication proportions by evaluating publication experience can yield valuable insights and actionable outcomes to support researchers in overcoming barriers to journal publication. To assess the abstract-to-publication proportion of prize-winning ESPR abstracts and prize-winning authors' experience of publishing in Pediatric Radiology, the affiliated journal of the ESPR and other specialist international paediatric radiology societies. PubMed was searched for titles of ESPR prize-winning abstracts from 1977 (the year of first award) up to and including 2021, where the presenter was either first or co-author, and the article was published 2years before or after the presentation year. If not found, a general internet search was performed. Titles of all retrieved articles were evaluated for inclusion. A survey was distributed to all ESPR prizewinners to better understand their experiences around journal submission. Over 44years, 108 prizes were awarded. The prize-winning abstract-to-publication proportion was significantly higher (59.3%, OR=2.10, P=0.012) than the recently published pediatric radiology "abstracttopublication rate" (41.9% from 2013-2016). Moreover, prizewinners were more than twice as likely than to achieve journal publication (OR=2.10), and as first author (OR=1.33). The majority of awardees published their work as first author (52/64, 81.3%): the first-author abstract-to-publication proportion was not significantly higher than the paediatric radiology "abstract-to-publication rate" (48.1%, OR=0.33, P=0.330). Sixty-four survey responses were received (59.3%, out of a total 108 awarded prizes). Just over 20% of prize-winning work was published in Pediatric Radiology, with 41.5% of respondents reporting a good to excellent submission experience. Prize-winning and first-author abstract-to-publication proportions are higher for ESPR-awarded abstracts than the most recently reported paediatric radiology "abstract-to-publication rate", suggesting that prizes are either awarded to work most likely to be published or that being awarded a prize encourages publication. Given that justover 40% of prize-winning abstracts remain unpublished, the ESPR should do more to support and encourage all authors to publish their work.

Emotion regulation-based internet-delivered cognitive behavioural therapy for premenstrual dysphoric disorder: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial in Sweden

IntroductionPremenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a cyclic mood disorder affecting around 2%–5% of women of reproductive age. Pharmacological interventions exist, but many patients with PMDD experience residual symptoms, discontinue medications...

Effect of propofol and ciprofol in patients undergoing bronchoscopy: protocol for a double-blind, randomised controlled trial

IntroductionPropofol is a fast-acting intravenous anaesthetic widely used for sedation and anaesthesia in gastrointestinal endoscopy, bronchoscopy, and the induction/maintenance of general anaesthesia in outpatients and inpatients; however, propofol has several...

Exploring disparities in research through the lens of epistemic exclusion: A focus on Analyses of Social Issues and Public Policy

AbstractEpistemic exclusion is a form of scholarly devaluation based on disciplinary and identity‐based biases within systems of evaluation. In two studies, we draw upon the theory of epistemic exclusion to explore potential biases shaping journal review and publication processes in Analyses of Social Issues and Public Policy (ASAP). In Study 1, we coded 1293 manuscripts submitted to ASAP between 2016 and 2021 to determine if there were disparities in the review and publication of manuscripts centered on race/racism, gender/sexism, intersectionality, or other marginalized social identities/systems of oppression (focal manuscripts) compared to manuscripts not focused on these topics (non‐focal manuscripts). Results indicated both types of manuscripts were submitted to similar levels of scrutiny, and focal manuscripts were 1.85 times more likely to be published. In Study 2, we surveyed 106 authors who had submitted to ASAP to explore differences in experiences of epistemic exclusion across types of research and social identities (race and gender) and investigate whether epistemic exclusion was related to authors being published. Results indicated that researchers conducting marginalized research experienced less epistemic exclusion than their counterparts. Women experienced more epistemic exclusion than men, though Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander, underrepresented minority, and White scholars experienced similar levels of exclusion. Experiences of epistemic exclusion were negatively associated with being published. Implications and future directions are discussed.

PENINGKATAN KOMPETENSI PELAKU UMKM DALAM STRATEGI BRANDING BERBASIS TEKNOLOGI

This community service program aims to provide training and guidance for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in implementing technology-based branding strategies. The activity is a collaboration between Gunadarma University and the Indonesian Young Lecturers Association (ADMI), conducted throughout the PTA 2024-2025 academic year. The program employs a hybrid implementation method (online and offline), tailored to the needs of MSMEs. The primary focus of this program is to enhance MSMEs’ understanding and skills in utilizing technology for digital branding, covering creative content creation, social media utilization, and market target analysis using digital tools. This initiative involves six fields of study—Accounting, Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Systems, and English Literature—to provide a comprehensive interdisciplinary approach. The expected outcomes include improving MSMEs' competencies in building a strong brand identity, managing digital branding campaigns, and expanding market reach through technology. Program outputs include journal publications, activity documentation in the form of videos, and increased lecturer participation. All program results will be reported to Gunadarma University’s Community Service Institution (LPM-UG) as part of program evaluation.