Have you written the final draft of your paper? Are you ready to submit it to a journal? Wait! Please take the time to go through this short checklist first. It could mean the difference between an acceptance or a rejection. However, if all this sounds daunting, remember that a good editor can do it … Read more
There are a number of important considerations when choosing a journal in which to publish your research paper. In fact, choosing the correct journal before beginning the submission process can save you lots of time, meaning your article could be published sooner. But how do you know which journal is right for your work? All … Read more
Brisbane, ironically but affectionately coined BrisVegas by locals, is the third-largest city in Australia and the capital of the state of Queensland. Highly liveable with a diverse population, Brisbane is known for its subtropical greenery and sunshine, river-led outdoor lifestyle and proximity to Gold Coast beaches. Top tertiary institutions include The University of Queensland (a … Read more
Certainly, every essay must include an opening paragraph, and this is your introduction. It plays an important role in drawing the reader’s attention to what your essay will discuss. Writing the introduction can seem difficult because you might feel that you need to take a long time to sit and think about what initial word or sentence … Read more
It’s well known that academic writing must stay focused and that all information included in an essay/thesis should be relevant to the question/topic, but sometimes, that’s easier said than done! So, let’s discuss some strategies that you can use to keep your writing focused and avoid irrelevancies, both when researching and when writing. Analysing the task The first step … Read more
Two aims of academic publication are to exchange ideas and to disseminate research findings. So, as a researcher, do you feel that you have a contribution to make to the literature? Something original or novel to reveal to the world? Or perhaps you have solved a current problem in your field or want to discuss a … Read more