Scientific Publications Summer Term 2023

Instructor: Prof. Dr. Spanjol, Prof. Dr. Hofmann

Language: English

Dear students, in preparation for summer term 2023 please refer to LSF for all course-related information. 

What is this course about and what will I gain from this course?

In this course, students are introduced to the "publication game". The course deals with thoughts about how to generate research ideas and how to plan a research project, how to position a paper and how to manage the R&R process. The pros and cons of different publication strategies are discussed. Students will also learn on which criteria editors and reviewers base their decisions about a submission. Thereby, the course helps to understand and to manage the publication process. Emerging, developments, trends, and issues in conducting and publishing academic research will be discussed.

This course is usually split into three sessions, ending with student presentations. Please check LSF for short-term announcements.

How is the course conducted?

• You will do all of your work in English, and we will deliver all instruction in English
• We are following a block format for this course.
• Please note that attendance at all sessions (even on days when you are not scheduled to present) is mandatory
• Grading: Presentation
• Course credit: 3 ECTS

What is the course schedule?

The schedule is subject to change; please check back often in LSF