You’re an African researcher who’s ready to publish your research in a peer-reviewed journal. Did you know that some journals are not reputable? These are known as predatory journals. Read more about them below. What is a predatory journal? A predatory journal is a journal produced by an unscrupulous publisher whose main goal is to […]
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An ORCiD ID is an important tool for any African researcher. We talked in a previous article about an ORCiD and some of its benefits. But how exactly can you set up an ORCiD? Luckily, the process is simple, straightforward, and free in just a few simple steps. 4. Privacy settings: For all of the
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Your research article has been accepted to the journal of your choice. You now have to prepare a cover letter to submit to the editor. What is a cover letter to a journal editor? A cover letter for a journal editor is a document that accompanies your manuscript when you submit it to a journal
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What is an ORCiD? The basics ORCiD stands for Open Researcher and Contributor ID. It is a unique identifier for researchers and scholars, designed to provide a digital link between individuals and their research activities. The goal of ORCiD is to distinguish between researchers who may have similar or identical names, reducing confusion and ensuring
What is a good H-Index and i10-index for an early career researcher? Have you heard of a H-Index? What about an i10-index? If you’re interested in going into a career in research, you will be working hard to build your research profile over the course of your Masters and PhD. I’m sure you have heard
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The PhD journey is an intellectually stimulating and personally transformative experience, but it can also be incredibly demanding. Long hours, high expectations, and constant pressure can take a toll on your mental health and well-being. In this article, we’ll explore the unique challenges PhD students face and equip you with practical strategies to safeguard your
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When I finished collecting data for my PhD thesis, I couldn’t wait to publish my work in a journal. This would be my first publication as a primary author, a step towards graduating, and a small step to building my research career. I worked hard to analyze my data and do a good write-up. Along
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Conferences. Some institutions of learning demand that their Masters or PhD students must attend at least one to graduate with a degree, while others don’t. Even if your institution doesn’t have this as a prerequisite for graduation, don’t ignore them. Aim to, not only attend them, but also to make a presentation. Look out for
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How many of us have heard or experienced horror stories with our post-graduate project or thesis supervisors? The relationship between a post-graduate student and their supervisor can make or break their research career. But in Africa, there are unique challenges that students and supervisors face. Poor institutional setups, limited resources, and the presence of corruption
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Welcome! When I started doing my PhD in Kenya, I had no idea about the unique challenges I would face in building my research career in Africa. The first and most pressing was finances. Second, was navigating my relationship with my supervisors. As my work progressed, I started thinking about how effectively design my research
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