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Abstract
In the past decade, the world of publishing has undergone rapid changes with the proliferation of online journals and the advances of the open access movement. Consequently, the roles of authors and reviewers, while unchanged in essence, have undergone shifts as well.
In this workshop I will discuss the changes in the world of publishing, share insights and tips for (aspiring) authors, and give recommendations for effective and rewarding peer review.
Learning Objectives At the end of this presentation participants will be able to:
Describe the changes that have occurred and are occurring in the world of medical-scientific publishing, with special attention to the proliferation of online journals and the open access movement
Discuss what journal editors and reviewers are looking for in a manuscript, and how to maximize the potential of your next submission
Explain how to conduct an accurate, fair and insightful peer review, should the opportunity arise
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