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Contrary to the common caricature, the academic world has long been defined more by tech than by tweed. From the typewriting of manuscripts in the 60s to the launch of the first online humanities journal, Postmodern Culture, in 1990,and the founding of JSTOR in 1994, scholarship has consistently embraced contemporary innovations in ways that enhance its rigour and reach.
Read MoreOver the years, many innovations have reshaped the industry, and advancements in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) are emerging as another transformative force, with the potential to significantly impact scholarly research and publication.
Read MoreInterest in research integrity and ethics in academic publishing has skyrocketed in recent years. With the rise of paper mills, AI, and a news story almost every week about data manipulation scandals, it’s no surprise that the academic community is increasingly focused on these issues. This newfound attention has led to a rise in research integrity startups - companies creating research integrity tools in the hopes of combatting these modern threats.
Read MoreAs we approach the third anniversary of Sage Journals’ Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) pledge, our team would like to share observations, reflections, and hopes for the future of our journals program. Sage established a taskforce in mid-2020 to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion within our research publishing. In 2021, we pledged to amplify diverse voices, increase representation, and heighten the visibility and impact of our research. We recognized that educating ourselves and others was vital to this commitment and have consistently enacted initiatives and policies to foster the continuous development of our journals.
Read MoreThe realm of neurological research is witnessing an unprecedented wave of innovation, reshaping our understanding and treatment of complex disorders. From gene therapy to brain-computer interfaces, the scope of advancements is broad, each promising a brighter future for patients worldwide. Here, we explore the cutting-edge technologies and methodologies defining this new era.
Read MoreThere are many perks associated with being an Editorial Board member on a Sage Journal. They include the opportunity to be actively engaged in the publishing process, review innovative manuscripts, chances to upskill and advance your career, rewards and exclusive opportunities and more.
Read MoreThe 2024 Clarivate Journal Citation Reports (JCR) and impact factors (IF) have been released recently. These reports are a resource that ranks journals by field, giving researchers, institutions, and publishers one way to assess their significance in the global research landscape.
Read MoreArtificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly built into technologies that we use in our everyday lives, and while it seems benign to use AI to delete an unwanted object from the background of a photo or draft a contract, the stakes are much higher when AI is brought into the field of medical imaging and the health of patients is impacted.
Read MoreAs a researcher, it can be challenging to showcase the real-world impact of academic work. Fortunately, Sage Policy Profiles offers a solution to this problem. The free-to-use, browser-based tool lets researchers see how their work has been cited in policy documents, and then easily illustrate and share its impact graphically. In this blog post, we’ll look at how Sage Policy Profiles works and how you can use it to make an impact with your research.
Read MoreSage has launched a new, free-to-use tool that allows researchers to see the impact of their research on public policy: Sage Policy Profiles.
Read MoreThe Technology in Cancer Research & Treatment is excited to formally announce the launch of the Junior Guest Editor Program to address the needs of ECRs and offer a truly unique experience. This program provides ECRs like you in the field of cancer research with an exceptional opportunity to curate and shape Special Collections within our esteemed journal. The Junior Guest Editor Program is an innovative addition to our journal's offerings, designed to support and empower all oncology ECRs in their academic journey. Read on for more details about the program, its benefits, and why you should consider participating.
Read MoreAs a publisher, we understand that words matter. Language helps us express ourselves, create communities, explain new ideas, and spread information. We believe that inclusive language is an important and powerful way to ensure people feel welcomed, respected, safe, and able to fully engage with the research Sage publishes.
Read MoreLots has been written in the short time since on the development of generative AI tools and the use of ChatGPT in teaching, research and academic publishing. It has also sparked lots of philosophical conversations within the Research Integrity Group at SAGE about the ethics of using generative AI to ‘write’ (in quote marks) articles, about the potential risks of publishing articles not written (not in quote marks) by a human, and whether bots qualify as authors.
Read MoreMinority and marginalised groups have historically been underrepresented in conventional modes of academic research where the balance of power sits with researchers rather than those participating in the research.
Read MoreThe theme of this year’s International Open Access Week is “Open for Climate Justice”. Climate change affects different people and places unevenly, leading to inequalities within and across nations, and between current and future generations.
Read MoreAn increasing body of research about the menopause and the workplace shows that professional management training, reasonable adjustments and support can have a hugely beneficial effect on anyone going through the perimenopause and the menopause, as well as the people around them.
Read MoreIn 2023, SAGE and the Institute of Neurodiversity are launching an exciting new journal, Neurodiversity, focusing on research to improve the lives of neurodivergent people around the world. We are seeking inspiration on creating a cover design and would like you to submit your ideas - find out more.
Read MoreIn August 2022, the SAGE Books Editorial team released a Statement of intent setting out our ambitions to embed diversity, inclusivity and accessibility in all our books, as well as support movements to decolonise teaching and learning through our publishing.
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