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How to link Zotero with Sci-Hub to automatically download full-text PDFs

Automagically downloading PDFs from Sci-Hub with Zotero / configure Zotero to use Sci-Hub

 

How to link Zotero with Sci-Hub to automatically download full-text PDFs

Without a doubt, Zotero is the best citation management available right now. It maintains webpages (and pretty much any other resource you can think of) in addition to papers and books, is free, allows one-click importing through browser plugins, works offline, outputs to BibTex, and automatically downloads PDFs for whatever you add. Even when you have Athens or other institutional credentials to legally view them, sometimes those annoying PDFs are still locked behind paywalls and impossible to obtain. It even searches Unpaywall for you.

Sci-Hub can help you in this situation, but in an unlawful way. The papers on Alexandra Elbakyan's website are accessible if not for a paywall or registration-only website. It has its prominent critics, and obviously I'm not in favor of academic theft, but if Sci-Hub and Zotero could work together, it would offer a very helpful workaround for downloading PDFs with a single click that you have legitimate access to, without the hassle of having to remember your login information, look for it, find it, download it, then attach it to the reference manager.

Well, you’re in luck. Simply:

  1. Open the Preferences
  2. Move to the Advanced tab, and click “Config Editor” at the bottom.
  3. Accept the “you may break this warning”
  4. Use the search box to find extensions.zotero.findPDFs.resolvers
  5. Right-click/double click and replace [] with:

It's done. Zotero will now seek Sci-Hub for the PDF and download that if it can't do so automatically. Remember that doing this for documents you do not have legal access to is against the law, but if you do, it is a clever little time-saving workaround.

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International Webinar about Academic Research


You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
When: Sep 3, 2022 08:00 PM Kuwait
Topic: International Webinar about Academic Research

The event will be online: ZOOM

Register in advance for this webinar:

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Attendance Certificate will be provided by Arab Open University
Organized by Dr Ahmad Alqatan

Seminar Timing: Sep 03, 2022. 08:00 pm to 10:30 pm (Kuwait Time)

Sponsored by Arab Open University - Kuwait Branch



197 Professors recruiting students for Fully-funded MSc/PhD in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Switzerland, and USA.

Are you looking for a post-doctoral position?

Are you looking for a post-doctoral position?


This link contains 197 Professors recruiting students for Fully-funded MSc/PhD in Biology, Genetics, Evolution, Zoology, Ecology, Botany, Bioinformatics & related fields.

Which country will you move to work?

Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Switzerland, and USA.

More info:

In the file below you will find : Name of PI, Name of the institution, Lab website/email, and research interests.

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7 Ways to paraphrase

Paraphrasing is writing the author's words in your own way, but not just replacing the author's words with synonyms. Successful paraphrasing is replacing the author's words in vocabulary and style while preserving the author's main ideas.

7 Ways to paraphrase

How to paraphrase?


Paraphrasing sentences is a delicate process and requires a special skill, as the researcher or student is obliged to reformulate many texts to reduce the percentage of slander in his thesis or scientific paper, and paraphrasing is academically allowed, provided that it is in accordance with controls.

In the paper below are Seven Steps to Paraphrase in Academic Writing.

 

Paraphrasing : paraphrase vs summary , steps in the paraphrase process , an example of the process of paraphrasing ,integrating paraphrases into your writing

The words ‘paraphrasing’ and ‘summarising’ are sometimes used interchangeably, but usually they are used to mean two different techniques. If you’re not sure if you are required to summarise or paraphrase, check with your tutor.

Paraphrasing : paraphrase vs summary  , steps in the paraphrase process  , an example of the process of paraphrasing  ,integrating paraphrases into your writing

A paraphrase is rewriting a piece of text in your own words, while retaining the meaning. It is usually similar in length to the original text. A summary, in contrast, is a description of the main ideas of a text, and so it is shorter than the original text.

A journal article might be summarised in a single paragraph, for example, or a whole book summarised in a few paragraphs. To summarise something – like a TV show or an article – is to condense it down to the ‘bare bones’. Both paraphrasing and summarising are important techniques in academic writing. You’ll use paraphrasing and summarising both when you take notes during your research and when you incorporate evidence from sources into your own work.

In this PDF we cover: 

paraphrase vs summary 

steps in the paraphrase process 

an example of the process of paraphrasing 

integrating paraphrases into your writing

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Genius PhD student claims to be expelled from university, study data stolen

KUALA LUMPUR: Before this we often heard stories about how ideas and innovations were stolen or plagiarized from the original owners, but they were rarely highlighted.

Genius PhD student claims to be expelled from university, study data stolen



Usually the victims are those who do not know their rights from a legal point of view, while the predators are either in power or who know the weaknesses of the system to be manipulated.

A doctoral student (PhD) from Yemen claiming that he was expelled from the University of Malaya, that his research ideas and data were stolen.

Abbod Ali Mohammed Saeed, 34, is a smart young man because in 2015 he provided a solution to a transport issue that has never existed in Malaysia, which is to use the Meshlium scanner to track vehicles.

 

Through the police report and the Affidavit (SD) he submitted, he claimed that his system, research and PhD data were misused by two program supervisors who were believed to be using it for their personal business interests.

In early 2015, Abbod gave a proposal to the supervisor to use the Meshlium scanner in the Advance Intelligent Transportation System (AITS) and the supervisor agreed to make it a PhD topic.


"The supervisor offered me to use the project in the UM research company and we shared the patent rights according to UM rules and laws.

"However, after the study was completed in 2017, the password to access my system was suddenly changed and the supervisor informed me that the system had become the property of his company which had nothing to do with UM.

"I have reported this issue to the university management, however after that the supervisor asked me to continue the study because he claimed that it was not complete before.

"The supervisor also did not allow me to use the equipment to complete the study because he claimed it belonged to his company.

"I have complained about this matter to the university, they promised to solve this issue by extending three semesters and providing the necessary equipment but I found that no equipment is provided in the university laboratory.

"In the second semester, last April, I was surprised by a letter of sudden termination of studies, I felt mistreated, bullied, used for their benefit," he told. 

 

source:  https://mediavariasi.com/2022/08/penuntut-phd-genius-dakwa-dibuang-universiti-data-kajian-dicuri/


 

Structuring papers for success: Making your paper more like a high impact publication than a desk reject

A comparison is made between the structure of 10 high impact papers and 50 desk-rejects.

Structuring papers for success: Making your paper more like a high impact publication than a desk reject




In doing so, authors are offered empirical evidence and insights into why papers that have a high impact not only differ from unsuccessful papers in terms of content, but also their structure.

 While excellent content is needed for high impact, appropriate structure is also required. Obtaining the appropriate structure is the first and easiest step. The intent of this editorial is to assist authors to recognize and make this important step

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source: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.technovation.2014.07.008


Application for Doctoral Research Fellow Positions in PennState College of Engineering USA


Application for Doctoral Research Fellow Positions

OVERALL DESCRIPTION:

Multiple fully-funded Ph.D. positions are available immediately in RAISE Lab
(https://www.raiseclab.com/) at the Pennsylvania State University (Penn State). Potential Ph.D. students will undertake research projects in the area of automation and robotics. The expected start
date is January 2023. Candidates will work with Dr. Houtan Jebelli and other RAISE Lab members on research related to Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Digital Twin, Computer Vision, Machine
Learning, Mechatronics, and Physiological Sensing.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

An ideal candidate should have one or more degrees related to the above-mentioned research areas,
including Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Civil Engineering,
Mathematics, Construction Engineering or other related fields.
In addition, candidates should fulfill the general requirements for doctoral admissions listed by Penn State. For more information, please refer to:

Candidates should also be highly motivated, well-organized, and passionate about research with strong academic writing and communication skills.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to the minimum requirements outlined above, preference is given to candidates with relevant research experiences in one (or more) of the following topics:

  • Robotic manipulator control system
  • Human-robot interaction
  • Physiological sensing
  • Flexible biosensor design and fabrication
  • Digital twin development

An ideal candidate should have experience in applying or developing computer vision, machine learning, and Al-based algorithms to solve real-world problems.

Candidates with prior working knowledge of Python, MATLAB, JAVA, C#, or other programming languages are preferred. Prior
experience with robot programming (such as Robot Operating System (ROS)) is a plus.

ASSISTANTSHIP PACKAGE:

Competitive stipend, full tuition waiver, and healthcare. Room and board expenses will be covered for research travels (conferences, data collections).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTION:

To be considered for these positions, please submit your (1) updated CV. (2) transcript(s), and (3)
a brief description (maximum of one page) that explains your motivation for applying for a
doctoral program to Dr. Houtan Jebelli (email: hjebelli@psu.edu).

Application for Doctoral Research Fellow Positions in PennState College of Engineering USA


The life-cycle of your manuscript: From submission to publication

Though the basics of peer review are common knowledge in the scientific community, to many authors the publication process is mystifying, frustrating, and often confusing.

The life-cycle of your manuscript: From submission to publication


The purpose of this editorial is to lift the curtain between authors and editors and provide insight into the actual life-cycle of a manuscript from submission to publication, including practical tips regarding editorial processes, explanations of themost common reasons for rejection and advice on how to avoid it.

While the detail is specific to the editorial setup at JBMT, it aims to provide useful insight to all authors seeking publication in a scientific journal, and to function as a teaching tool for educators guiding their students towards publication. 

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source: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbmt.2019.09.007


Writing your first paper: Submission, review, and post-publication.

The submission, revision and post-publication process is an often- underappreciated aspect of the manuscript writing journey.

Writing your first paper:  Submission, review, and post-publication.

It can be quite challenging to navigate journal submission systems, understand the complexities of responding to reviewer feedback, and figuring out how to promote your work post-publication.

Part one of this series discussed how to begin your research and write up the results for sub-mission .

This second part: "Writing your first paper:  Submission, review, and post-publication" highlights the rewards and challenges involved in the publication of your work...

Ful-text 


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source: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmir.2022.05.004


King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Fully Funded Scholarship for MSc, and PhD

Admission to a graduate program at KAUST presents a rare opportunity to conduct research in a community of global proportions with full funding.

If you’re considering earning your master’s or Ph.D. abroad, start your application today.

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Fully Funded Scholarship for MSc, and PhD
 

- No application fee 

- Free Accommodation 

- Annual Living Stipend ($20,000-30,000) 

- Medical Coverage 

KAUST offer 150 MSc and PhD Programs.

 

(KAUST) Fully Funded Scholarship for MSc, and PhD

Applications for Spring and Fall 2023 are now open, Apply Now

 

Degree programs in KAUST university

  • M.S.

    Involves a significant research componentTypically requires 3 semesters and the intervening summer to complete.
  • M.S. with Thesis

    In addition to Masters Coursework, a thesis is requiredUnder the supervision of a chosen faculty member.
  • Ph.D.

    Involves original research culminating in a dissertationTypically takes three to fours years to complete.
  • M.S./Ph.D.

    Combines the M.S. and Ph.D. degree into a single trackBegins upon completion of an Undergraduate Degree.

 

Writing the title and abstract for a research paper

This article talks about how to craft an appropriate title and summary for an original research paper.

Writing the title and abstract for a research paper
The 'title' and 'abstract' of a scholarly article provide 'initial impressions', so they must be correctly, accurately, cautiously, and meticulously phrased. Both are often drafted after the complete manuscript is ready.
 
Most readers only read the title and abstract of the research paper and very few will go on to read the entire paper.
 

How to wirite a good title and abstract?

 
The title and the abstract are the most important parts of a research paper and should be pleasant to read. The "title" should be descriptive, direct, accurate, appropriate, interesting, concise, precise, unique, and should not be misleading.
 
The "abstract" needs to be simple, specific, clear, unbiased, honest, concise, precise, stand-alone, complete, scholarly, (preferably) structured, and should not be misrepresentative. The abstract should be consistent with the main text of the paper, especially after a revision is made to the paper and should include the key message prominently. It is very important to include the most important words and terms (the "keywords") in the title and the abstract for appropriate indexing purpose and for retrieval from the search engines and scientific databases. Such keywords should be listed after the abstract. One must adhere to the instructions laid down by the target journal with regard to the style and number of words permitted for the title and the abstract.

Read article here or download ful-text in the link below

 
 
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Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships program /

Switzerland makes available to foreign students, holders of a Master or Doctorate, 10 to 25 excellence scholarships within the framework of the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships program, totitle of the academic year 2023-2024

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships program


DOCTORATE 12 to 36 months

RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS 12 months

POST DOCTORATE 12 months


The number of scholarships announced is open to competition for students from:

Morocco, Algeria, Egypt, Eritrea, Libya, Mauritania, Tunisia, Sudan and South Sudan.


Program Benefits

 Application form (Appendix 2)

 Curriculum Vitae, complete with the list of academic publications, prices…

 Research project, with timeline (Appendix 3)

 Letter from a Professor (including his brief CV) from the chosen Swiss University, confirming his

agreement to supervise your work, either for a research internship, a Doctorate or a post-Doctorate

 Certified copies of all certificates and diplomas already obtained as well as

related transcripts

 2 letters of recommendation from Professors in the field of research or study of the

candidate. You must use the attached official recommendation form (Appendix 4)

 Medical certificate according to the attached model (Appendix 5)

 Copies of Passport


Application file

 Medical insurance

 Monthly allowance:

- Doctorate and research internships: CHF 1920

- Post-doctoral studies: CHF 3500

 Accommodation allowance, paid once (CHF 300)


Selection criteria

Given that this is a program of excellence and given the

limited number of scholarships offered, the selection of candidates

is essentially done on the basis of:

 Academic profile of the candidate, excellence of his

application file, research skills and

his motives

 Originality and quality of the research project

 Synergies and potential for future collaboration

(for the Swiss part)

 Applications submitted as part of a

cooperation between a Moroccan University and a Swiss university have priority.


Conditions of eligibility

 Have a Master's degree or equivalent diploma for

research internships and Doctorates (obtained before July 31

2023)

 Have a Doctorate degree for Post-doctoral fellowships

(obtained after December 31, 2019 and before July 31, 2023)

 Be under 35 years of age at the time of application for the scholarships

research or doctoral internships (be born after December 31

1987)

 Have good language skills.


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Webinar : Writing a PhD thesis

The Saudi Society of the University of Sheffield is pleased to invite you to attend the training workshop entitled:

Writing a PhD thesis.

Sunday 07/31/2022  / Time : 7-8 pm London time / (9-10 pm Riyadh time).

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Postdoctoral Research Assistant – Biodiversity Monitoring

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the School of Agriculture at the University of Reading and to collaborate with internationally leading researchers from across Europe. The project involves 10 EU partners, and the University of Reading is leading a Work Package that brings together the research and stakeholder community to ensure the tools and technologies being developed are relevant for multiple stakeholder communities across the EU.

Postdoctoral Research Assistant – Biodiversity Monitoring

Postdoctoral Research Assistant – Biodiversity Monitoring

The applicant should have:

  • A PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g. biology, ecology, geography or similar).
  • An understanding of current and emerging tool and techniques employed in species and / or habitat monitoring.
  • Awareness of stakeholder mapping and survey techniques.
  • Experience of knowledge exchange activities such as organizing multi-actor stakeholder workshops or similar.
  • Good organisational skills and ability to collate information from different sources.
  • Ability to work independently and also as a team member within a large consortium.

Closing Date: 28/08/2022

Interview Date: 12/09/2022


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Free Webinar: Methods of scientific publishing in the global publishing containers Scopus and the Web of Science

The Scholars and Academics Platform - Efad is pleased to invite you to attend the training workshop entitled:

Methods of scientific publishing in the global publishing containers Scopus and the Web of Science

Thursday 04-08-2022 / Time: 10:00 pm Mecca time

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Methods of scientific publishing in the global publishing containers Scopus and the Web of Science


what is a literature review and what are his different parts.

Literature reviews are a vital part of a research project or paper, and they are particularly important during graduate school.
what is a literature review and what are his different parts.

This handout will focus on defining what a literature review is, how to organize and synthesize information, and what the different parts of a literature review are.

What Isn’t a Literature Review?

A literature review is not an annotated bibliography. In an annotated bibliography, the writer presents a summary and critical evaluation of each article or scholarly resource, one by one, with little or no connection made between the various articles or resources.

This is very different from the synthesizing and comparing of information in a literature review. Additionally, a literature review is also not an essay, report, or research paper, as it does not state, prove, or develop main points. A literature review does not answer a question, nor is it a list of summarized articles.

 What Is a Literature Review? Read more


Guidelines on How to Avoid Having Your Manuscript Rejected

 When an author submits a manuscript, the job of the editors is to evaluate whether it meets the journal's standards in terms of focus, value, rigor and clarity

Guidelines on How to Avoid Having Your Manuscript Rejected

How to Avoid Having Your Manuscript Rejected


The editors are entrusted with judging whether:
 
• The paper asks, and answers, questions that are important and relevant to the target audience of the journal
• The methods and analyses are robust and support the interpretations and conclusions
• The conclusions are well-grounded in the data presented in the paper 
• Any speculations about the implications of the work are clearly identified as such, and emerge reasonably from the data and interpretations presented in the manuscript
• The writing is grammatically correct, clear and concise so readers can follow the authors' argumen...
 
 

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