Scholarly Communication Consulting Services

Open Access and Publishing Strategies

• Assist researchers in navigating open access options, selecting appropriate journals, and understanding transformative agreements.

• Advise universities and research institutions on how to develop open access policies and establish institutional repositories.

Research Impact and Metrics

• Provide training on bibliometrics (e.g., citation analysis, h-index) and alternative metrics (e.g., altmetrics) to help researchers understand their research impact.

• Guide institutions on using tools such as Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar to assess and promote research visibility.

Research Data Management (RDM)

• Help researchers and institutions design and implement data management plans.

• Provide training on FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) data principles

• Assist in selecting appropriate data repositories.

Researcher Profiles and PIDs

• Offer guidance on building and maintaining digital profiles on platforms like ORCID, Google Scholar, and ResearchGate.

• Provide training on managing and enhancing online presence to boost visibility and collaboration opportunities.

• Advisory on adopting PIDs

Academic Writing and Publishing Workshops

• Organize workshops on manuscript writing, journal selection, responding to reviewers, and ethical publishing.

• Provide tailored support for non-native English speakers, focusing on common language challenges in academic writing.

Copyright and Licensing

• Offer advice on copyright and Creative Commons licensing to ensure researchers retain rights to their work.

• Guide researchers on complying with funder and journal mandates related to open access and sharing.

Knowledge Translation and Science Communication

• Develop training on how to communicate research findings to non-academic audiences, including policymakers, industry stakeholders, and the general public.

• Assist institutions in creating content for outreach, such as blogs, infographics, and videos.

Services for Journals & Publishers

• Position Analysis: advisory services on current positioning within the competitive publishing landscape including how they compare to similar journals in terms of metrics, impact, and audience reach.

• Strategies for Improvement: Develop tailored strategies for enhancing journal visibility and reputation, including improving indexing, promoting open access options, and adopting best practices for editorial workflows.

• Enhancing Editorial Quality: Advise on how to attract high-quality submissions, improve peer review processes, and maintain ethical standards to boost the journal's reputation and influence.

Services for Policymakers & Funder

• Open Access Policy Formulation: Provide guidance to policymakers and research funders on creating and implementing effective open access and publishing policies that align with global best practices while addressing regional needs.

• Policy Impact Analysis: Assist in evaluating the impact of existing open access policies, helping funders and institutions determine how well their policies are serving the research community and identifying areas for enhancement.

• Funder Mandate Compliance: Offer support in establishing and communicating funder mandates related to open access, ensuring that funded researchers understand and comply with open access requirements.

Our Team of Experts

We have a dedicated team of in-house and affiliated specialists to meet all your scholarly communication needs including:

• Scholarly Communication Specialists: experts with experience in open access, publishing, and research visibility. This role leads consultations and provides training.

• Research Data Management Specialists: Responsible for guiding researchers on data sharing and FAIR principles.

• Academic Writing Coaches: With editing experience, this role supports researchers with writing and publishing.

• Science Communication Specialists: professionals who assist researchers in communicating their findings effectively beyond academia.

Our Strive to Support You

Our consultancy is committed to helping you achieve success in your scholarly communication efforts, whether you are an individual researcher, a research center, or an academic institution. We understand the unique challenges faced by researchers in the Middle East and provide customized, high-quality support to ensure your research makes an impact.