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My paper has been rejected without review. What do I do now?
Jennifer Cleland1, Patricia O'Sullivan2, Ayelet Kuper3
1Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, Singapore. jennifer.cleland@ntu.edu.sg.
Summary
Scholars face challenges in health professions education research. This article explains why manuscripts are desk rejected and offers strategies to improve submissions and avoid peer review rejection.
Area of Science:
- Health Professions Education Research
- Scholarly Publishing
- Academic Writing
Background:
- Many research papers submitted for publication in health professions education are desk rejected.
- Desk rejection occurs when a manuscript is rejected without undergoing formal peer review.
Discussion:
- Authors often struggle with understanding the reasons behind desk rejections.
- Common reasons include poor manuscript structure, lack of novelty, and misalignment with journal scope.
- Addressing these issues proactively can significantly increase a paper's chances of progressing.
Key Insights:
- Manuscript clarity, adherence to journal guidelines, and a strong contribution to the field are crucial.
- Understanding the editorial process and common pitfalls is essential for academic authors.
- Simple revisions can help manuscripts pass the initial editorial screening.
Outlook:
- Implementing these optimization strategies can lead to higher acceptance rates.
- This guidance aims to help researchers navigate the scholarly publishing landscape more effectively.
- Future research could explore specific interventions to reduce desk rejection rates in this field.
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