The scientific method, inherently iterative, builds on previous knowledge to inform new hypotheses. Metascience, a sub-discipline dedicated to the study of science itself, reveals that the practice of science…
As we bid farewell to 2023, it's time to reflect on the remarkable strides we've made in the pursuit of excellence in scientific publishing. This has been the first…
In 1980, as a PhD student, John Smol published his first paper in Canadian Science Publishing (CSP)’s journal portfolio. The topic? Using fossil algae from sediment cores as indicators…
Do you know the phrase “the data speak for themselves?” According to Dr. Stephen Heard, professor at the University of New Brunswick, past Subject Editor for FACETS, and author…
The painful truth: no matter how fantastic your research is, there is a good chance that most people who come across it will only read your abstract. Ouch. “People…
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You’ve done the research. You’ve written the manuscript. You’ve revised the introduction, the methods, the results, and the discussion several times. Have you paid attention to the title? “The…
The days of research staying within the walls of “the ivory tower” are over. Today, research communications aren’t just about education and engagement, building trust, or funding support. Good…
This year, on May 16, 2023, the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA) will celebrate its 10th Anniversary. Developed in response to the growing need to improve the ways…
Peer review, the process of having your research…