Date:  January 9, 2025

Place: Online bu MS Teams platform. An activity of the ECREA community

In January 2025, I attended a research seminar titled “How to Satisfy Reviewer2: This seminar provided valuable insights into the publication process and offered practical strategies to enhance the likelihood of getting research accepted. The seminar covered several key points, including understanding the normalcy of rejection, the importance of knowing your target journal, ensuring the research addresses significant questions, techniques to engage the reader, focusing on writing a cohesive article, and leveraging collective intelligence.

Competences:

Ability to contribute to expanding the frontiers of knowledge through original research.

Ability to communicate with the academic and scientific community and with society in general about their fields of knowledge in the modes and languages ​​commonly used in the international scientific community.

Ability to promote, in academic and professional contexts, scientific, technological, social, artistic or cultural progress within a knowledge-based society.

Capacity for criticism and intellectual defense of solutions.

Reflection on the Learning Undertaken:

Attending this seminar has equipped me with practical tools to improve my research manuscripts. I learned that rejection is a common part of the journey and should be viewed as an opportunity for growth and improvement. Understanding the specific requirements and preferences of target journals is crucial for tailoring submissions effectively.

The seminar emphasized the importance of addressing the “So What?” question, ensuring that my research contributes meaningfully to the field. I also gained valuable techniques for capturing and maintaining the reader’s interest, which is essential for effective communication of research findings. Focusing on writing a cohesive and well-structured article, rather than trying to cover too many topics, was another key takeaway.

Finally, the concept of using collective intelligence highlighted the value of seeking feedback from colleagues and peers to enhance the quality of my manuscripts. Overall, this seminar has provided me with a comprehensive framework to navigate the publication process more effectively and increase the chances of my research being accepted.