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Why Your Paper Is Getting Desk-Rejected

Journal Scopes Are Not Just for SEO: Why Your Paper Is Getting Desk-Rejected

Many researchers mistakenly believe that the presence of journal-relevant keywords in their title and abstract will sail their manuscript past initial screening. In truth, editors are looking for far more than buzzwords—they assess whether your submission fits the journal’s broader intellectual mission. Scope ≠ Keywords Journals don’t simply scan for topical keywords. Editors evaluate whether … Read more

Why Most Research Gaps Are Superficial

Why Most Research Gaps Are Superficial — And What Researchers Need to Do Better

In today’s publish-or-perish academic environment, research gaps are a staple of literature reviews. However, many so-called “gaps” are superficial. Weakly framed gaps lead to weak contributions, making manuscripts less likely to survive peer review or gain traction in global journals. This article explains why most research gaps lack depth and how to construct meaningful, impactful … Read more