Getting published
If you're interested in publishing your research we're here to support you. On this page you can find out how the library can help, details of other teams in the Trust that can advise and online materials to guide you through the process.
Who else can help?
Research & Development: https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/research/ https://twitter.com/Research_RFT
Clinical Effectiveness: https://twitter.com/rft_ce?lang=en See intranet pages for full details.
University support services: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/rs/services https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/library/researcher-experience
Research & Development: https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/research/ https://twitter.com/Research_RFT
Clinical Effectiveness: https://twitter.com/rft_ce?lang=en See intranet pages for full details.
University support services: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/rs/services https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/library/researcher-experience
Helping you undertake a literature review to find relevant evidence: If you'd like us to run any literature/evidence searches to identify any previous research linked to your area of interest please don't hesitate to ask; we'd be very happy to do this for you.
Advice on referencing the articles you have used in your manuscript: We can also help out with referencing if you'd like any support with that. More information is available at: https://www.trftlibraryknowledge.com/referencing.html.
Provide articles and books on how to publish specific types of article and Obtaining journal articles and books
Advise on open access:
An Introduction to Open Access from JISC
https://www.jisc.ac.uk/guides/an-introduction-to-open-access
An Introduction to Open Access from JISC
https://www.jisc.ac.uk/guides/an-introduction-to-open-access
Copyright?
Guidance for new authors from the BMJ
https://www.bmj.com/about-bmj/resources-authors/article-submission/guidance-newly-qualified-doctors-get-published
https://www.bmj.com/about-bmj/resources-authors/article-submission/guidance-newly-qualified-doctors-get-published
Biomed Central webpage with resources to help getting published:
https://www.biomedcentral.com/getpublished/writing-resources
Taylor and Francis Resource on Getting Published
https://librarianresources.taylorandfrancis.com/services-support/how-to-get-published/#
Writing for Publication at easy to follow guide for nurses from Wiley
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/pb-assets/assets/14667657/Writing_for_Publication-1509467251000.pdf
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/pb-assets/assets/14667657/Writing_for_Publication-1509467251000.pdf
Getting published
NHS Education for Scotland website and links
https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/2795/skills-for-learning-at-work/getting-published
NHS Education for Scotland website and links
https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/2795/skills-for-learning-at-work/getting-published
Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust research department publishing research support sheets:
Choosing the Right Journal for Publication
Writing a Journal Paper or preparing your work for publication
Publication Guidance Authorship Considerations
Publishing a service evaluation: What if your project isn't research.pdf
Choosing the Right Journal for Publication
Writing a Journal Paper or preparing your work for publication
Publication Guidance Authorship Considerations
Publishing a service evaluation: What if your project isn't research.pdf
Think. Check. Submit.
Helps researchers identify trusted journals and publishers for their research. 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.
https://thinkchecksubmit.org/
Helps researchers identify trusted journals and publishers for their research. 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.
https://thinkchecksubmit.org/
Advise on predatory journals?
I thought the issue of predatory publishing was reasonably well explained by the abstract of the following article.
Bucceri, A., Hornung, P., & Schindler, T. (2019). Predatory publishing – what medical communicators need to know. Medical Writing, 28(3), 28.
The rise of ”predatory journals”, also known as pseudo-scientific journals, poses a risk to the integrity of science and therefore medical communicators need to know about their practices. Upon receipt of a publication fee, predatory journals publish manuscripts regardless of their scientific merit, very often without any peer review, and without providing editorial services. To maximise profit, such journals disregard all aspects of scientific integrity and foster the dissemination of bad and bogus science, lobby materials, and conspiracy theories. Publishing in predatory journals can have dire consequences for authors, their careers, and the reputation of their institutions. Medical communicators can help authors avoid falling prey to predatory publishers.
The full text of this article is freely available via this link.
I thought the issue of predatory publishing was reasonably well explained by the abstract of the following article.
Bucceri, A., Hornung, P., & Schindler, T. (2019). Predatory publishing – what medical communicators need to know. Medical Writing, 28(3), 28.
The rise of ”predatory journals”, also known as pseudo-scientific journals, poses a risk to the integrity of science and therefore medical communicators need to know about their practices. Upon receipt of a publication fee, predatory journals publish manuscripts regardless of their scientific merit, very often without any peer review, and without providing editorial services. To maximise profit, such journals disregard all aspects of scientific integrity and foster the dissemination of bad and bogus science, lobby materials, and conspiracy theories. Publishing in predatory journals can have dire consequences for authors, their careers, and the reputation of their institutions. Medical communicators can help authors avoid falling prey to predatory publishers.
The full text of this article is freely available via this link.
Sample of Books in the Healthcare Library mainly at PE 50
Winning the publications game - how to write and publish a scientific article in the right journal without wasting time 4th ed.
Tim Albert
How to write and publish a scientific paper 7th ed.
Robert Day and Barbara Gastel
Writing a journal article from your thesis or research project. Authors Patterson ; Gilkison, Andrea Source New Zealand College of Midwives Journal; Jul 2020 (no. 56); p. 13-16 Publication Date Jul 2020 Publication Type(s) Academic Journal Database CINAHL Available at New Zealand College of Midwives Journal from EBSCO (CINAHL Complete) Available at New Zealand College of Midwives Journal from Unpaywall Abstract Background: Many midwives who have completed their thesis or dissertation have not subsequently published their findings in a peer reviewed journal. This means that the potential contribution of their research findings to midwifery knowledge does not reach a wider audience. Aim: The aim of this paper is to alert prospective midwife authors to useful tips and writing strategies and encourage them to write and submit an article to a peer reviewed journal. Discussion: Adapting a large manuscript to the size and shape required by a journal can be a daunting task, requiring trimming and rewriting. Some authors may also experience writer anxiety and a lack of practical support. These issues are addressed, and readers are alerted to steps and strategies for writing well and establishing a simple clear argument. We discuss the practical challenges and offer advice on making time to write, choosing a journal, enlisting the help of a co-author, preparing for submission, and responding to editor or reviewer comments. Conclusion: It is our intention to assist midwives to publish their research, while acknowledging that this work needs to fit around already busy lives. In this article we address the personal and practical issues w
Turning your assignment into an article for British Journal of Nursing. Authors Peate Source British Journal of Nursing; Feb 2020; vol. 29 (no. 3); p. 178-179 Publication Date Feb 2020 Publication Type(s) Academic Journal Database CINAHL Available at British journal of nursing (Mark Allen Publishing) from EBSCO (CINAHL Complete) Abstract The article focuses on turning assignment into an article for British Journal of Nursing (BJN). Topics include discussion presenting a practical approach to convert written work from an assignment to a clinical article for publication in BJN; introduction of BJN; and suggesting to go through the educational institution information rather than going with title of the assignment
. Excellent Titles Make Stellar First Impressions. Authors Conn, Vicki S. Source Western Journal of Nursing Research; Jan 2020; vol. 42 (no. 1); p. 3-3 Publication Date Jan 2020 Publication Type(s) Academic Journal Database CINAHL Available at Western Journal of Nursing Research from Unpaywall Abstract An editorial is presented on importance of a quality manuscript title cannot be stressed enough. Topics include how shoddy titles influence peer reviewers since the title is the first piece of information they see on an invitation to review a manuscript; and difficulty to overemphasize the importance of well-written titles on making favorable first impressions with editors, peer reviewers, and potential readers.
The life-cycle of your manuscript: From submission to publication. Authors Chaitow Source Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies; Oct 2019; vol. 23 (no. 4); p. 683-689 Publication Date Oct 2019 Publication Type(s) Academic Journal Database CINAHL Available at Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies from Unpaywall HDAS Export Search Strategy writing for publication 13 Aug 20 - 11:02 Page 2 of 6 Abstract Though the basics of peer review are common knowledge in the scientific community, to many authors the publication process is mystifying, frustrating, and often confusing. The purpose of this editorial is to lift the curtain between authors and editors and provide insight into the actual life-cycle of a manuscript from submission to publication, including practical tips regarding editorial processes, explanations of the most common reasons for rejection and advice on how to avoid it. While the detail is specific to the editorial setup at JBMT, it aims to provide useful insight to all authors seeking publication in a scientific journal, and to function as a teaching tool for educators guiding their students towards publication.
Editorial: How to Write. Authors Langley-Evans Source Journal of Human Nutrition & Dietetics; Oct 2019; vol. 32 (no. 5); p. 551-558 Publication Date Oct 2019 Publication Type(s) Academic Journal Database CINAHL Available at Journal of human nutrition and dietetics : the official journal of the British Dietetic Association from Wiley Online Library Medicine and Nursing Collection 2019 Abstract An editorial is presented how to write a paper for publication. Topics include planning of the successful publication, writing the abstract being the first section of the paper, and writing the methods section needs to convey a variety of information to reader, in order to meet their needs for assessing the quality of the study.
Writing a paper for publication. Authors Rees ; Baum, Michel Source Pediatric Nephrology; Aug 2019; vol. 34 (no. 8); p. 1307-1309 Publication Date Aug 2019 Publication Type(s) Academic Journal Database CINAHL Available at Pediatric nephrology (Berlin, Germany) from EBSCO (CINAHL Complete) Available at Pediatric nephrology (Berlin, Germany) from ProQuest (Health Research Premium) - NHS Version Available at Pediatric nephrology (Berlin, Germany) from Unpaywall Abstract The article discusses some important issues for authors to consider when writing a paper on pediatric nephrology for publication. Topics discussed include the principles of Good Clinical Practice, the use of public and charity funding and involvement of families, and the importance of having a paragraph to discuss the limitations of the study.
Demystifying the Journal Submission, Peer Review, and Publication Process. Authors Likis, Frances E.; Swett, Brittany Source Journal of Midwifery & Women's Health; Mar 2019; vol. 64 (no. 2); p. 145-148 Publication Date Mar 2019 Publication Type(s) Academic Journal Database CINAHL Available at Journal of midwifery & women's health from Wiley Online Library Medicine and Nursing Collection 2019 Available at Journal of midwifery & women's health from Unpaywall Abstract The article provides information on manuscript submission, peer reviews, and publication process in case of journals. According to the authors, if the manuscript is verified to be complete, it would be sent by managing editor to the editor for an editorial review. The manuscript might be accepted or rejected by editor following peer review.
Choosing the Right Journal for Your Manuscript. Authors Gennaro, Susan Source Journal of Nursing Scholarship; Mar 2019; vol. 51 (no. 2); p. 127-128 Publication Date Mar 2019 Publication Type(s) Academic Journal Database CINAHL Available at Journal of Nursing Scholarship from Wiley Online Library Medicine and Nursing Collection 2019 Available at Journal of Nursing Scholarship from ProQuest (Health Research Premium) - NHS Version Abstract The article discusses some important issues for authors to consider when choosing the right journal for a manuscript. Submitting to predatory journals should be avoided due to invariably fees that might not be apparent when starting the submission process. Checking major databases and seeing if the journal is indexed are recommended to know if a publisher is predatory. Choosing a journal that publishes more issues annually is likely to result in the manuscript being published more promptly
How and why to write your article and get it published. Authors Stonehouse Source British Journal of Healthcare Assistants; Oct 2018; vol. 12 (no. 10); p. 503-505 Publication Date Oct 2018 Publication Type(s) Academic Journal Database CINAHL Available at British Journal of Healthcare Assistants from Rotherham FT Library & Knowledge Service (lib4003200) Local Print Collection Available at British Journal of Healthcare Assistants from Unpaywall Abstract Within this article the author sets out the basic principles that will assist the aspiring writer to become published author. Areas discussed include: why you should write and be published; where to send your article; content; and finally, the importance of following submission guidelines for authors, set by the individual editor and journal. Support workers are experts in what they do, bringing a wealth of knowledge, experience and skill to their role. This expertise needs to be recognised and disseminated both within the support worker community and the wider health and social care team of professionals. Support workers have a voice which needs to be heard and writing for publication is one important way this voice can be heard and quality care shared both locally, nationally and internationally.
Clear, simple, precise, meaningful: A quick guide to writing for publication. Source Indian Journal of Palliative Care; Oct 2018; vol. 24 (no. 4); p. 391-392 Publication Date Oct 2018 Publication Type(s) Academic Journal Database CINAHL Available at Indian journal of palliative care from Europe PubMed Central - Open Access Available at Indian journal of palliative care from EBSCO (CINAHL Complete) Available at Indian journal of palliative care from Unpaywall Abstract An editorial is presented on how to not get rejected for article submission by publications. It expresses how the language of the research paper should clear in concise enough to attract the general audience, as the audience may or may not have the expertise, avoiding jargon or abbreviations and the reflection of a clear central message in the abstracts of the research.
Pitfalls and Misconducts in Medical Writing. Authors Lazarides, Miltos K; Gougoudi, Evangelia; Papanas, Nikolaos Source The international journal of lower extremity wounds; Dec 2019; vol. 18 (no. 4); p. 350-353 Publication Date Dec 2019 Publication Type(s) Journal Article PubMedID 31464160 Database Medline Abstract The objective of medical research is the quest for scientific truth, as well as the communication of new knowledge to the medical society through publication of novel results. Journals publishing these results rely on the trust that all persons involved (authors, peer reviewers, editors, and publishers) remain honest, following the rules and ethics of scientific integrity. Unfortunately, this is not always the case and a wide spectrum of pitfalls and misconducts may occur, ranging from less serious violations of ethical rules to most serious ones. In ascending order of severity, these include borderline questionable practices (HARKing [Hypothesizing After the Results are Known] and hyping), redundant publications, authorship misconducts, plagiarism, and all types of fraud (data falsification or fabrication). Awareness of all these fraudulent practices is essential to mitigate misconduct in academic writing.
How to do a postgraduate research project and write a minor thesis. Authors Duke, Trevor Source Archives of disease in childhood; Sep 2018; vol. 103 (no. 9); p. 820-827 Publication Date Sep 2018 Publication Type(s) Research Support, Non-u.s. Gov't Journal Article PubMedID 29804055 Database Medline Available at Archives of disease in childhood from BMJ Journals - NHS Available at Archives of disease in childhood from ProQuest (Health Research Premium) - NHS Version Available at Archives of disease in childhood from Rotherham FT Library & Knowledge Service (lib4003200) Local Print Collection [location] : Rotherham FT Library & Knowledge Service. [coverage_notes] : Incomplete. Available at Archives of disease in childhood from Unpaywall HDAS Export Search Strategy writing for publication 13 Aug 20 - 11:02 Page 4 of 6 Abstract Many universities and colleges in low-income and middle-income countries require a masters dissertation or thesis for as part of postgraduate training, and some colleges offer a 1-year to 2-year diploma of child health as a clinical qualification to enable skills in child health for generalists, or as part of the early phase of paediatric training. This paper describes the stages of doing a research project for such a masters or diploma, and describes in detail how to write a minor thesis. The paper is designed to provide a practical approach for junior researchers, and their supervisors. Colleges differ in their formal requirements of a minor thesis (word count, line spacing, referencing style), but this paper outlines the principles and practical issues rarely covered elsewhere.
Writing Scientific and Medical Papers Clearly. Authors Wheatley, Denys Source Anatomical record (Hoboken, N.J. : 2007); Sep 2018; vol. 301 (no. 9); p. 1493-1496 Publication Date Sep 2018 Publication Type(s) Journal Article PubMedID 29901275 Database Medline Available at Anatomical record (Hoboken, N.J. : 2007) from Wiley Online Library Free Content - NHS Available at Anatomical record (Hoboken, N.J. : 2007) from Unpaywall Abstract My concern in this presentation is with the falling standard of papers, particularly primary research articles, in the scientific and medical literature. Few of our younger generation of scientists (and many older ones) have never had specific training in how to write a good article, and yet this is the major product of all research effort that has been done, perhaps over a year or more. This is a situation that has to be corrected by all institutions, universities, and similar bodies, who need to introduce into the curriculum a course (not just a token lecture) that deals with the complexity of writing a lucid article that is succinct and written with style. To assist in this exercise, I have now produced a manual (1) that goes step-by-step through the process of writing and publishing scientific papers in such a way that they have much greater c
Eight questions to ask before writing an article. Authors Albert, Tim Source British journal of hospital medicine (London, England : 2005); Jun 2017; vol. 78 (no. 6); p. 341-343 Publication Date Jun 2017 Publication Type(s) Journal Article Review PubMedID 28614016 Database Medline Available at British journal of hospital medicine (London, England : 2005) from Unpaywall Abstract Health professionals often have to write articles for publication in academic journals. Many of them find this difficult and suffer from one or more variations of writer's block. A good way of avoiding these setbacks is to prepare thoroughly for the writing project, and this article proposes eight different questions writers can ask before they start. The first is whether they are in a good position to complete the task, and if not whether they should try to negotiate their way out of the project. If they commit to going ahead, writers should work out where they will find the necessary time, and set deadlines for ensuring that they do. They should also decide on their co-authors, because getting them involved early should make the rewriting more straightforward as well as reducing the danger of ghost authors emerging once the work has been done. Writers should put their research away and reflect on the most appropriate message - a simple sentence that sums up the main implication of the paper. Armed with this message, they can identify a suitable journal for publication - and thereafter can use articles in this journal to guide them on matters of substance and style. If the article is published in that target journal authors can consider that they have written a successful paper.
Case reports in medical education: a platform for training medical students, residents, and fellows in scientific writing and critical thinking. Authors Florek, Aleksandra G; Dellavalle, Robert P Source Journal of medical case reports; Apr 2016; vol. 10 ; p. 86 Publication Date Apr 2016 Publication Type(s) Editorial PubMedID 27048362 Database Medline Available at Journal of medical case reports from BioMed Central Available at Journal of medical case reports from Europe PubMed Central - Open Access Available at Journal of medical case reports from ProQuest (Health Research Premium) - NHS Version Available at Journal of medical case reports from Unpaywall