How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper?

Abstract

Writing a paper does not take much time, but writing a paper that a scientific journal Editor will offer to publish does require a substantial amount of time. A paper that is written quickly and carelessly will simply be rejected from the journals. So the first step for writing up a good scientific journal paper is to plan when and how you are going to dedicate the necessary time from your life to do all the work involved in writing a publishable paper. Several scientific studies have reported that “lack of time” is the leading explanation that researchers give for why they have not published their work as journal papers.

In the past, multiple copies of manuscripts had to be submitted to journals by regular mail. Now, most journals have established online submission systems which has greatly simplified the process and reduced costs. Further, Assistant and Section Editors usually are glad to help with questions or problems that authors might have with submissions.