In their work, scientists, scholars and researchers conduct a lot of research, both theoretical and practical. Obtaining academic titles and degrees, participating in competitions for research funding, submitting annual reports, etc. require considerable effort and time from scientists. That is why a large number of scientists seek the help of specialists, such as scientific consulting consultants.
Scientific consulting
Scientific consulting, in simple terms, is professional advice to scientists on publishing processes, working with scientometric databases, scientometric indicators, and other tools.
Scientific consulting specialists provide scientists with recommendations, advice and information support, as well as help resolve issues that arise in the course of their activities. If we consider scientific consulting in the context of publishing a scientific article, experts help authors to understand the stages of work on the article, suggest where the main difficulties may arise during the publication of research results.
Scientific consulting activities cover the following areas
- support and facilitation of the publication of scientific papers
- Improving the researcher's scientometric indicators
- organising and conducting training and educational events
It should be noted that this list is not exhaustive. The range of services is largely determined by the individual goals and needs of each researcher.
Ethical contradictions of using scientific consulting
Often, the scientific community has controversies about the ethics of using research consulting services. Perhaps many people are confused by the idea of paying for intermediary services, as many scientists believe that ‘there is no place for intermediaries in science’ or any outside help. This belief has become entrenched among scientists in many countries around the world.
The phenomenon commonly referred to as “”buying science” or “scientific consulting” is being actively discussed in the scientific community. Some believe that scientists should carry out their research and publish their results on their own, while others believe that seeking expert advice is quite reasonable and useful.
Consultations of scientists within the framework of scientific consulting can be compared to a lecture given by a professor. The professor teaches students by passing on his knowledge and experience, as well as explaining complex theoretical aspects of the subject. In such a situation, he helps students quickly absorb important information, contributing to the development of their independent learning skills. Scientific consulting has a similar goal: only instead of students, it is scientists, and instead of the educational process, it is scientific and publication activities in databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, etc.
Important! Scientific consulting only contributes to the achievements of scientists and in no way diminishes their merits. The main and most important part of the work is done by the author of the research.
Publishing a research paper requires considerable effort, as the mere desire to publish a paper in a prestigious journal is not enough. A researcher must have the following knowledge
- revision of the article material
- design of the article
- thoroughly checking the text
- editing and translation, etc.
In addition, the author must comply with all the requirements for choosing a suitable journal among numerous publications. In addition, the author must have experience in communicating with international reviewers, have a high level of English and be able to make corrections after the review.
Why do scientists choose to work with Scientific Publications?
Scientific Publications is a leading company in the field of scientific consulting and scientometrics that has been supporting scientists from more than 45 countries in achieving their professional goals for over 9 years. In addition to many years of experience and thousands of satisfied customers, our credibility is also based on signed cooperation agreements with leading universities, organisations and institutions in countries such as Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Albania, Latvia, Azerbaijan and other countries, which is confirmed by official documents.
Our main goal is to help you solve scientific and technical problems, optimise the publication process and improve your position in national and international rankings. By contacting our specialists, you will be able to focus on your own research and planning new projects, leaving other aspects of work in the hands of professionals.
Scientific Publications guarantees strict confidentiality and preservation of all author's rights when working with scientific materials. These conditions are clearly defined in the contract. Only your personal manager has full information about the project. Each employee of the company strictly adheres to internal rules on non-disclosure of personal data. All communications under the contract are carried out only with the project customer.
Let's consider each of these points separately
- Choosing a scientific journal. Our specialists, who specialise in cooperation with academic publications, carefully select a journal to publish the results of scientific research. This allows us to protect the author from publishing in little-known or dubious journals. Thanks to our experience, we help scientists choose a trusted and ranked journal, which helps to improve the researcher's reputation in the scientific community.
- Academic translation of a scientific article. Preparation for publication requires a high-quality translation of the text into English that meets academic standards. The translation should be performed by a specialist who is not only fluent in the language but also familiar with the research topic. This is critical because articles in fields such as chemistry, physics, technology, or engineering contain unique terms that may be translated incorrectly, which can lead to errors, misunderstandings, and loss of meaning. This, in turn, can lead to a refusal to publish. Our company engages experienced linguists who are able to adapt the text in accordance with the requirements of international scientific journals, which significantly increases the chances of successful acceptance of the article.
- Text editing and article formatting. Scientific journals, especially those indexed in international databases, place high demands on the structure and formatting of articles. Therefore, it is important to have your article professionally edited before submission. This includes checking the logic of the presentation, eliminating language and stylistic errors, and adapting the text to the requirements of a particular journal. An external editor is able to objectively evaluate the work and make the necessary corrections, which can often go unnoticed by the author.
- Checking a scientific article for uniqueness. Originality of content is a mandatory requirement for academic publications. Detected borrowings may be grounds for refusal to publish. Our specialists use modern software to detect matches and, if necessary, correct the text to ensure that it meets the uniqueness requirements. This significantly increases the chances of a positive review result.
- Communication with the editorial board. After your article has been accepted for further publication in a scientific journal, it is very important to stay in touch with the editorial board. This will allow you to respond quickly to messages with recommendations and comments from reviewers, which, in turn, will facilitate faster acceptance of the article and, accordingly, its publication. Consulting companies provide support in the process of making changes, resubmission and control the further consideration of the manuscript. Such support allows you to reduce communication time and avoid unforeseen delays.
Why is it worth applying for scientific consulting services?
To understand why scientists seek the help of scientific consulting, in particular, Scientific Publications, we have prepared visual content that will clearly demonstrate this.
The level of financial costs for publication may vary depending on the chosen method. If you choose self-publishing, it may be less expensive, as you do not need to pay for the services of intermediaries. However, in this case, you should consider the possible costs of professional editing, translation and other related services. Hiring a consulting company involves additional costs, but by engaging experienced professionals, it can significantly improve the quality of the article and speed up the process of preparing it for publication.
You should also take into account the time involved. Cooperation with professionals can significantly reduce the time required to complete and prepare a research paper, as they have established processes and access to the necessary resources. If you go through all the stages on your own, you will have to deal with the requirements of a particular journal, translate, edit, and solve other organisational issues, which can take much more time. By contacting a consulting company, these tasks are performed by specialists.
How do we guarantee the result and fulfilment of obligations?
Cooperation with Scientific Publications ensures reliable protection of the rights of a scientist through several key stages.
Conclusion of a formal cooperation agreement
Signing an agreement with a consulting company is an important step for the legal support of a researcher. The document clearly defines the terms of cooperation, the rights and obligations of the parties, the deadlines for completing tasks, and responsibilities. Such a document ensures compliance with all agreements and guarantees the protection of the researcher's interests, providing him or her with legal certainty and transparency of the cooperation process.
Client protection in the legal field
A formalised relationship with a consulting company provides a researcher with legal protection, guaranteeing the fulfilment of contractual obligations, including the quality of services and meeting deadlines. This greatly increases the level of security and confidence in the results of cooperation, ensuring that all terms and aspects of interaction are clearly regulated.
Protection in case of disputes
The agreement is an important tool for resolving possible disputes or misunderstandings, as it clearly defines the mechanism for conflict resolution. This provides legal protection for the researcher and guarantees the fulfilment of all obligations by the company, which adds an additional level of security for the researcher.
Scientific consulting does not contradict the principles of publication ethics. Scientific consulting is an effective tool for rational use of researcher time. Thanks to such support, a researcher has the opportunity to better navigate the scientific and publishing processes, improve their competence and achieve professional results much faster.
You can find a more detailed list of our services in the “Services” section of the website. If you have any questions, fill out the form below and get a free consultation from our manager. We will contact you as soon as possible. Thanks to our many years of experience, we guarantee the highest quality of services. Take the first step towards new scientific heights with Scientific Publications!
