Publishing and Communication

What are the advantages and disadvantages of publishing your work as a preprint? Have this question answered and more in this blog. In a previous article, we introduced the topic of preprints and detailed the basics.  It can be tempting for us as African researcher to see preprints as a golden ticket because of some […]

If you’re a researcher in Africa, you’ve probably used Google Scholar as a search engine to help you find research articles. But did you know you can also use it as a tool to help boost your research profile by publicly displaying your research work? What is a Google Scholar Profile? A Google Scholar Profile

In the age of information overload, researchers face a unique challenge: standing out in a crowded digital landscape. With countless academic papers vying for attention, it’s more crucial than ever to leverage the power of social media to amplify your research, connect with colleagues, and engage with the broader community. But with so many platforms

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

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

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