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Sally Northam1, Susan Yarbrough, Barbara Haas
1College of Nursing and Health Sciences, The University of Texas at Tyler, 3900 University Blvd, Tyler, TX 75799, USA. snortham@uttyler.edu
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|December 17, 2009
Summary
Faculty often struggle to publish due to a lack of manuscript writing knowledge. A survey of journal editors revealed common rejection reasons, offering insights to improve publication acceptance rates.
Area of Science:
- Academic Publishing
- Scholarly Communication
Background:
- Faculty are under pressure to publish research findings.
- Many academics lack formal training in manuscript preparation, leading to high rejection rates.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify common reasons for manuscript rejection in academic journals.
- To provide actionable advice for faculty to increase their publication acceptance rates.
Main Methods:
- Survey distributed to 63 journal editors.
- Data collected on journal characteristics and manuscript rejection factors.
Main Results:
- Editors cited specific reasons for manuscript rejection, such as poor structure and lack of novelty.
- Understanding these reasons can help authors tailor their manuscripts effectively.
Conclusions:
- Addressing common rejection pitfalls can significantly improve the chances of manuscript acceptance.
- Targeted guidance on manuscript writing is crucial for faculty career progression.
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