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This post refers to my research exploring appropriate methodology combinations and sequences (using LLMs) for short-term research, focusing on how inflation impacted U.S. income groups over a volatile 12-month period …

This post highlights serious risks while acknowledging the burdensome nature of peer review and the temptation to use AI for tasks like summarizing or polishing language. The post opines that …

We’re excited to launch the second cohort of the Digital Hub for Open Research in East Africa, a hub centred around a learning programme designed to support researchers in Tanzania, …

Giving feedback can be scary for researchers starting their careers when dealing with power dynamics or diverse groups. But helpful feedback is crucial for research: it makes work better, builds …

I reflect on my experience of publishing as a lead author. I share some of the mistakes I made along the way and the key lessons I’ve learned for the …

This blog post highlights seven key steps for early-career researchers (ECRs) to succeed, based on personal experience. These include creating a balanced career plan, pursuing a passion-driven research focus, committing …

31% of researchers admit using AI to write papers.

The other 69% might be lying.

Academic writing is changing—fast. And we urgently need to define "authorship" in this new age …

Enrol now on our latest open online course: Engaged Research for Community and Policy Impact. Starts 3rd June. 

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I suggest a ten-step framework that will help you understand why the proposal got rejected and how it can be revised and improved to meet the standards set by the …