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Scholarly Communication

Discussions with those who work to disseminate research

MAR 20

Project Management for Researchers

Our book is: Project Management for Researchers: A Practical, Stress-Free Guide to Getting Organized (U Michigan Press, 2025), by Dr. Shiri Noy, which tackles the how, what, and why of project management. It offers step-by-step guidance on choosing tools and developing a personalized system that will help the reader manage and organize their research so that steps and decisions are documented for accountability and reproducibility. Readers will find worksheets they can adapt to their own needs, priorities, and research as well as practical tips on issues ranging from emails to scheduling. Suitable for work across methods, experience levels, and disciplines and adaptable for those working alone, with others, or as team managers, this book will guide readers between various research stages–from planning, to execution, to adjustment of research projects big and small. The worksheets discussed in the episode can be found here. Our guest is: Dr. Shiri Noy, who is Associate Professor of Sociology at Denison University. Her research and teaching interests are primarily in political sociology, and centered on development, science and religion, and mixed methods. She is the author of Banking on Health: The World Bank and Health Sector Reform in Latin America, and Project Management for Researchers: A Practical, Stress-Free Guide to Getting Organized. Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who is the creator and executive producer of the Academic Life podcast. Listeners may enjoy this playlist: The Grant Writing Guide Where Does Research Begin? Getting from to-do to done! Imposter Syndrome Attention Skills Dealing with Rejection The Dissertation to Book Workbook Stylish Academic Writing The Book Proposal Book Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! You can support the show by downloading or sharing episodes. Join us again to learn from more experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 250+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 7m
MAR 1

Key Components of a Winning Book Proposal

In this episode of Publish My Book, we break down the key components of a strong book proposal. We discuss essential elements like a well-structured table of contents, a compelling cover letter, a carefully chosen sample chapter, and a narrative author bio that connects emotionally with acquisitions editors. We also explore the importance of a persuasive prospectus that highlights your book's novelty, market relevance, and target audience. Whether you're approaching an editor at a conference or via email, being prepared with these components will boost your chances of success. Relevant links Watch the recording: Interview with Laura Portwood Stacer, “Crafting a Winning Book Proposal” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8 min
FEB 28

Conquering the Peer Review Stage

In this episode of Publish My Book, we explore the peer review process for book manuscripts. We discuss how securing an acquisitions editor’s support is the first critical step before entering peer review, where feedback can vary in depth and rigor. We share tips on suggesting reviewers, managing the often lengthy review timeline, and effectively addressing critiques—whether agreeing, disagreeing, or clarifying misunderstandings. While revisions may feel daunting, they’re essential for refining your manuscript. Relevant Links Watch the interview recording: “Conquering the Peer Review Process” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8 min
FEB 27

Presenting Yourself to Acquisitions Editors

In this episode of Publish My Book, we dive into how to approach acquisitions editors with confidence and clarity. We discuss their role in the publishing process, what they're looking for in a manuscript, and how to make a strong first impression—whether at conferences or via email. We share practical tips on tailoring your pitch, respecting their time, and navigating feedback. Acquisitions editors are key partners in your publishing journey, and understanding their perspective can make all the difference. Relevant links Hear personal insights and recommendations from acquisitions editors and publishing leaders on navigating the publishing journey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9 min
FEB 26

Transforming Your Dissertation Into a Book

In this episode of Publish My Book, we explore how to transform a dissertation into a compelling book. We begin by examining the key differences between the two: while a dissertation demonstrates our research abilities to advisors, a book communicates core ideas to a broader audience. We discuss how to distill our arguments, streamline dense sections, and rewrite for clarity and engagement. We also consider our target audience—academic or trade—and address the ethical and legal considerations of permissions for borrowed materials. Relevant links Watch the recording: Interview with author and consultant Beth Luey, “Successfully Turn Your Dissertation Into a Book” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9 min
FEB 25

Demystifying Indexing

In this episode of Publish My Book, we explore the essential role of a well-crafted book index in academic publishing. A good index helps readers easily locate specific topics, names, or places, making your book more accessible and impactful. Avi discusses different types of indexes—such as subject, author, and sources indexes—and provides guidance on creating one. We emphasize starting the process early, choosing relevant terms, and ensuring accuracy. While some authors prefer to create their own index, outsourcing to experts is also an option. Relevant links To learn more about ALE’s indexing services: Indexing Process Indexing Services Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8 min
FEB 24

Understanding Open Access Publishing

In this episode of Publish My Book, we explore open-access publishing, a model designed to make publicly funded research freely available to everyone. Unlike traditional publishing, where readers or libraries pay for access, open access requires authors or their institutions to cover upfront fees—often $4,000 to $6,000—to make their books freely accessible. We discuss the benefits of open access, such as broader readership, higher citation rates, and increased impact. We also brought up the challenges, particularly the financial burden, and offer practical tips for authors, including applying for grants, adding open-access fees to funding proposals, and exploring models like Subscribe to Open, where libraries pool resources to support open-access titles. Relevant links Resources for securing OA funding Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7 min
FEB 11

These Researchers Published at TSE their Research on LMs for Flaky Tests

Listen to this interview of Sakina Fatima, Research Fellow, University of Ottawa, Canada; and also, Taher Ghaleb, Assistant Professor, Trent University, Canada. We talk about the coauthored paper Flakify: A Black-Box, Language Model-based Predictor for Flaky Tests (TSE 2023). Taher Ghaleb : "With our RQs, it's not just a matter of there being a problem with flaky tests. I mean, every researcher in this area already know that flaky tests is a problem. So, when we talk about the problem in our paper — or specifically, about the motivation behind our RQs — it's not about the flaky tests, because that's just the core problem which we already know — but instead, we talk the problem with existing approaches to flaky tests." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Discussions with those who work to disseminate research

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