Deciding where to publish your research

Academic publishing

Before you think about where to publish your research, it’s a good idea to have some understanding of how academic publishing and peer review work. This video explains some basics: 

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Open access

You should also think about open access. What routes to open access does the journal offer? Find out more about open access by watching this video: 

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Predatory publishers

Unfortunately, there are 'publishers' who prey on authors and charge large fees for publishing in their journals - journals that may not even really exist, or that do not have the credentials the publisher claims they have. Look at the infographic below to learn how to spot predatory publishers: 

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How to assess a journal

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