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Review
. 2024 Jan 16;18(Suppl 1):4.
doi: 10.1186/s12919-023-00286-7.

Editorial viewpoints of scientific publishing for early-career research scientists

Pei-Chen Peng #  1 , Fadie T Coleman #  2
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Editorial viewpoints of scientific publishing for early-career research scientists

Pei-Chen Peng et al. BMC Proc. .

Abstract

While the structure and composition of the scientific manuscript is well known within scientific communities, insider knowledge such as the tricks of the trade and editorial viewpoints of scientific publishing are often less known to early-career research scientists. This article focuses on the key aspects of scientific publishing, including tips for success geared towards senior postdocs and junior faculty. It also highlights important considerations for getting manuscripts published in an efficient and successful manner.

Keywords: Career development; Early-career scientists; Journal submission; Scientific writing.

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The authors declare that they have no competing interests.

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