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What is writing for publication and why is it important? Answers to your questions, and useful resources.

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What are predatory journals?

A journal which will publish papers exploiting the open access model. Authors will often pay to have their paper published. Find more information on 'Predatory Publishers' and journal credentials below:

What are impact factors?

Impact factors are rankings which allow researchers, academics and clinicians to see how many times an article from a journal has been cited in a year.

Find more information on impact factors and selecting a journal for publication, see below:

Alternatives to journal impact factors may well be worth exploring. H-indexes and AltMetrics are alternative ways of calculating impact of publishing.

How do I select a publisher or journal?

Deciding where to publish can be difficult but you can use a variety of tools, resources, and support from a librarian to help.

Consider the journals that you and your colleagues find useful. You can also review the main publishers for your subject area.

Deciding where you are going to publish early will save you time in the long term. Once you have chosen a publisher, you can use their author guidelines to structure your paper.

Find some key publishers below:

Finally, NHS Scotland has produced their own guide to selecting a journal.

What is intellectual property?

Having the right type of intellectual property protection will protect your work from people stealing it.

Visit the UK Government for patents, trademarks, copyright and designs for more information. Alternatively visit Information Commissioners Office (ICO) for guidance on Intellectual property rights and disclosures under the Freedom of Information Act.

What is copyright?

Copyright protects your work and stops others from using it without your permission.

It is automatic, you don't need to register. Your employment contract may state that the copyright of anything you publish in role will be owned by the organisation.

When publishing, the contract will often state copyright is transferred to the publisher. As an author you will retain the moral copyright on the information usage. Here are The rights granted by copyright.

What licence should I choose?

There is a guide to the types of licences you can expect to encounter as an author on the Creative Commons website along with an explanation about how others can use your work.

Do I need an ORCiD?

An ORCiD account can ensure that you are distinguished from every other researcher. You can link all your published work together under your own unique ORCiD.

To register and start using your own ID visit the ORCiD website.

What do I need to consider when it comes to funding?

Finding opportunities for funding your research can be difficult, especially at junior levels. However, there are a few organisations you might want to explore which fund researchers at all levels to address important questions.

What is an Article Processing Charge (APC) and who pays it?

Even in Open Access publishing, there are costs. You may be asked to cover the Article Processing Charge (APC) as an author. Thinking about APC early on will allow you to factor these costs in to your application for a research grant, allowing you to budget for publication.

The Open University has a clear guide to APCs. If you are studying at a university or have an honorary contract with an academic institution, you might want to explore whether they have arrangements with certain publishers (OUP, BMJ, Elsevier). This may mean that the institution will cover the APC.

Where can I find support on ethics and ethical approval?

The Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) has guidance, toolkits and flowcharts which covers all aspects of ethics approval.

Ethical guidelines are in place to ensure the integrity of the researcher. Publishers will investigate any allegations of ethical issues. These may include author disputes, plagiarism, and competing interests.

If you are still unsure, consult your local research department for assistance in completing an ethics approval form.

Where do I start with literature searching?

Most NHS Trusts will have a dedicated library and knowledge service. If your Trust does not have a library service, they may have a service level agreement with another organisation to provide evidence services.

Your local library staff should be able to help you develop literature searching skills and can support your through the process.

Find your local library service via Health Library & Information Services Directory.

NHS England have also produced a guide to evidence searching on difference databases and interfaces.

How do I assess the quality of research identified in my literature search?

Critical appraisal is the process of systematically assessing the reporting of a piece of research. This takes into consideration the validity and application of methods, correct reporting of the results and justification for the interpretation of the results.

The CASP network produces a series of checklists which can help appraise different study designs (RCTs, qualitative research, case reports, etc.).

NHS England has produced an online course for critical appraisal on e-Learning for Health.

Will my Trust have a local policy on publishing?

Your organisation may have a local research publication policy. This policy will be a useful source of information on authorship, copyright, declarations of interest and acknowledgement of sponsors/funders.

This policy may be owned or published by a Research and Innovation department.

What is Open Access publishing?

Publishing via Open Access means that your research will be available to readers at no cost to them.

Work which is not published via an Open Access model may remain behind a paywall or may require your local library service to pay for a subscription to the journal.

There are two main types of Open Access publishing:

Green Open Access: a publication is freely added to an open access repository such as PubMed Central or Biomed Central. It is then available for free to readers.

Gold Open Access: ensures that a publication is permanently accessible to everyone via the publisher platform. Gold Open Access will usually involve an Article Processing Charge.

To find out more about Open Access, visit JISC's Introduction to Open Access.

You can also review specific publisher Open Access policies via Sherpa Romeo from JISC.

What types of study design should I choose?

There are many types of study design for research. It will depend on the question which you are trying to answer.

A useful overview of study designs can be found in a paper by Ranganathan et al. entitled Study designs: Part 1 - An overview and classification

Key study designs include:

case studies

controlled clinical trials

observational studies

descriptive studies

systematic reviews

meta analyses

cross sectional studies

cohort studies

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Writing for publication | Health Education England

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What is writing for publication and why is it important? Answers to your questions, and useful resources.

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Don't just settle for writing a good paper. Use the following resources, which provide extensive tips and hints on how to write your manuscript effectively and efficiently, and write a great paper.

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Don't just settle for writing a good paper. Use the following resources, which provide extensive tips and hints on how to write your manuscript effectively and efficiently, and write a great paper.

Authoring Tools

Streamline and simplify your writing process by using an online or collaborative authoring tool. Whether you need a solution for importing reference libraries, real-time collaboration with co-authors, or importing and exporting in different formats and markup language, authoring tools help manage the writing process so you can focus on creating impactful content.

Books

Blog Posts

Read more on The Wiley Network.

Webinars

Access the Wiley Author Learning and Training Channel to discover expert advice on a broad range of publishing topics, for example:

How to get published; How to write for scientific publications; Grant funding tips; Understand the peer review process; Improve article/publication discoverability; Ethics in publishing; Open Access; Time management skills.

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Don't settle for writing a good paper. Use our resources to write a great paper. We provide extensive tips and hints on how to write your manuscript effectively and efficiently.

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8 Useful Research Paper Writing Tools and Resources

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8 Useful Research Paper Writing Tools and Resources

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Academic writing can be a daunting and time-consuming process, but with the help of the right tools you can make writing your paper much easier.

In this post, we have pulled together 8 tools and resources that will help you work better and smarter when writing a research paper.

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In this post, we have pulled together 8 tools and resources that will help you work better and smarter when writing a research paper.

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Scientific Writing and Publishing Essentials

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Scientific Writing and Publishing Essentials

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A collection of free, practical guides and hands-on resources for authors looking to improve their scientific publishing skillset.

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This page is your source for scientific writing & publishing essentials. Learn how to write a successful scientific research article with our free, practical guides and hands-on resources for authors looking to improve their scientific publishing skillset.

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These resources will support you as you write your manuscript, with step-by-step instructions, training and editing, and translation services to help you perfect your work before you submit.

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Whatever stage you are at in your publication journey, Elsevier has resources to make your tasks easier.

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Publishing research can take many paths. Whether publishing a journal article or book, there are many questions that come up. Journal and book authors will find advice, resources, and services for every stage of the publishing process.

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Getting Published - The Source | Springer Nature | For Researchers | Springer Nature

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Where (and Where Not) to Publish Your Work

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Where (and Where Not) to Publish Your Work

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LibGuides: Where (and Where Not) to Publish Your Work: Home

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Before submitting your manuscript, be sure to research your chosen journal/s and avoid those with predatory practices.

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Think. Check. Submit. helps researchers identify trusted journals and publishers for their research.

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Through a range of tools and practical resources, this international, cross-sector initiative aims to educate researchers, promote integrity, and build trust in credible research and publications.

Are you submitting your research to a trusted journal or publisher? Is it the right journal or book for your work?

Use our check list to assess the journal or publisher.

Only if you can answer 'yes' to the questions on our check list.

Choose a checklist

Sharing research results with the world is key to the progress of your discipline and career but with so many publications, how can you be sure you can trust a particular journal?
Follow one of these checklists to make sure you choose trusted journals and publishers for your research.

Book & Chapters

Use this checklist to help you discover what you need to know, when assessing whether or not a publisher is suitable for your research.
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This checklist will help you discover what you need to know when assessing whether or not a journal is a suitable venue for your research.
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Identify trusted publishers for your research * Think. Check. Submit.

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Tools and practical resources, aiming to educate researchers, promote integrity, and build trust in credible research and publications.

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Unlock your research potential

Navigate your research journey with Researcher Academy. Free e-learning modules (including Writing for Research) developed by global experts. Career guidance and advice. To get unlimited access to all modules, sign in or register with your email address.

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Researcher Academy is a great and very lively medium. The quantity and quality of information provided are instrumental for early career researchers, helping them establish a strong publication record, correctly adhering to stringent publication ethics.

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Free e-learning resources for researchers: academic skills and research careers.

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Find useful content about writing research articles for peer reviewed journals and conducting research digitally and beyond.

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Writing & Conducting Research | The Wiley Network

Find useful content about writing research articles for peer reviewed journals and conducting research digitally and beyond. The journey to publication and unlocking the potential of your research starts here.

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Find useful content about writing research articles for peer reviewed journals and conducting research digitally and beyond. The journey to publication and unlocking the potential of your research starts here.

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A series of webinars on writing for publication from Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

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Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals

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The Medical Imaging service at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) has received a 'Good' rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC), marking a significant improvement from its previous rating of 'Requires Improvement' in 2019.

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Writing for Publication - Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals

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If you're involved with a research project, whether you need access to resources, training in searching evidence databases or appraising what you find, or just want somewhere quiet to work - the DBTH Library service can help.

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How to Write a Case Report Leaflet DIGITAL

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A comprehensive platform to assist researchers at every stage of the publishing process, providing guides, tutorials, examples, tips, and much more.

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A comprehensive platform to assist researchers at every stage of the publishing process, providing guides, tutorials, examples, tips, and much more.

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Writing for Publication for Nurses- Wiley

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Writing for Publication for Nurses- Wiley

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The booklet aims to provide useful information and helpful suggestions for nurses who are thinking of writing and publishing an article. This latest version has been updated and we hope it will be an essential resource for you during your writing activities. While the art and science of writing has not changed substantially over the years, most journals now operate an online submission and reviewing process, with the final version of the article assigned a DOI (Digital Optical Identifier) and published online for rapid dissemination within the community. These changes have been coupled with a growing awareness of the need for authors to focus on good practice in the standard reporting of findings and to pay close attention to issues concerning publication ethics, including copyright

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CAPHR Top 10 Tips - Getting Your Paper Published

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CAPHR Top 10 Tips - Getting Your Paper Published

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CAHPR (Community for Allied Health Professions Research) has produced a ‘Top 10 Tips’ for getting your paper published.

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Sharing our knowledge is vitally important for developing and promoting the contribution that allied health professionals make to patient care.

We need to publish the results of research and service evaluation, as well as present ideas for discussion and debate, so that these can be used by clinicians, managers, policy makers, researchers and service users to improve practice. This leaflet provides a handy 'Top 10 Tips' to help you to get your paper written and published efficiently and successfully.

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Sharing our knowledge is vitally important for developing and promoting the contribution that allied health professionals make to patient care.

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Support for nurses in writing for publication

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Support for nurses in writing for publication

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Williams B (2015) Support for nurses in writing for publication. Nursing Times; 111: 9, 15-17, 2015.

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Support for nurses in writing for publication

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Abstract Writing for publication is essential for the dissemination of knowledge and practice, but many health practitioners are prevented from writing by

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Writing and publishing high impact health research - Equator Network

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Writing and publishing high impact health research - Equator Network

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Your one-stop-shop for writing and publishing high-impact health research.

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EQUATOR highlights

We're delighted to announce that our partnership with the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) has resulted in http://www.equator-network.org becoming multilingual

The International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) has updated its official Recommendations for journals and authors and now includes a whole new section about preprints. The document now sets out more detailed advice for journals and authors regarding preprints, [...]

Interesting videos

EQUATOR Canada Publication School team educational video

The EQUATOR Canada Publication School team (consisting of patient partners and researchers) have launched an educational video resource, titled "How do I publish a paper? The introductory video provides viewers with practical guidance on how the publication team, consisting of patient/public partners and research team members, can work together to define roles and contributions throughout the publication process.

Centre for Journalology Speaker Series video

The Canadian EQUATOR Centre, home to the Centre for Journalology, has started a new Speaker Series for 2021. The first session in the series was held on the 14th of January and was presented by Dr Lisa Caulley, Dr Robert Frank, Hassan Khan, and Alicia Ricketts, from the Centre. They spoke about recent research on reporting guidelines, planned research examining open science hiring practices, and journal transparency. The recording of the talk is freely available.

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EQUATOR Network | Enhancing the QUAlity and Transparency Of Health Research

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We're delighted to announce that our partnership with the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) has resulted in http://www.equator-network.org becoming multilingual The International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) has updated its official Recommendations for journals and authors and now includes a whole new section about preprints.

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Open access publishing enables free and unrestricted access to the research outputs from publicly-funded work. Open access allows all to read published research papers as well as search and re-use the content of papers.

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NHS England | Workforce, training and education | Knowledge and Library Services

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open access guidance | Workforce, training and education | NHS England

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Open access publishing enables free and unrestricted access to the research outputs from publicly-funded work. Open access allows all to read published research papers as well as search and re-use the content of papers.

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Not sure where to publish your article? Ask Jane!

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Not sure where to publish your article? Ask Jane!

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Jane (the 'Journal / Author Name Estimator') is a tool for finding relevant journals in your subject area. Simply enter your title (and abstract if you have one), click 'Find Journals' and see what Jane suggests.

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Welcome to Jane

Have you recently written a paper, but you're not sure to which journal you should submit it? Or maybe you want to find relevant articles to cite in your paper? Or are you an editor, and do you need to find reviewers for a particular paper? Jane can help!

Just enter the title and/or abstract of the paper in the box, and click on 'Find journals', 'Find authors' or 'Find Articles'. Jane will then compare your document to millions of documents in PubMed to find the best matching journals, authors or articles.

Keyword search

Instead of using a title or abstract, you can also search using a keyword search, similar to popular web search engines. Click here to search using keywords.

Beware of predatory journals

JANE relies on the data in PubMed, which can contain papers from predatory journals, and therefore these journals can appear in JANE's results. To help identify high-quality journals, JANE now tags journals that are currently indexed in MEDLINE, and open access journals approved by the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ).
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Insert your title and/or abstract here: (or, click here to search using keywords) Have you recently written a paper, but you're not sure to which journal you should submit it? Or maybe you want to find relevant articles to cite in your paper?

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ORCiD provides a free, persistent digital identifier that you own and control, and that distinguishes you from every other researcher.
You can connect your ORCiD identifier with your professional information — publications, affiliations, grants, peer review, and more. You can use your identifier to share your information with other systems, ensuring you get recognition for all your contributions, saving you time, and reducing the risk of errors.

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Get your unique ORCID identifier. It’s free and only takes a minute, so

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ICMJE’s Uniform Requirements for Manuscripts Submitted to Biomedical Journals: Writing and Editing for Biomedical Publication

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ICMJE’s Uniform Requirements for Manuscripts Submitted to Biomedical Journals: Writing and Editing for Biomedical Publication

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Lippincott Author Tools & Resources Portal

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This document outlines specific tools which can help with searching for articles, summarising information, generating posters or images.