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Papers is an award-winning reference manager that improves how you discover, annotate, collaborate and cite research. Sign up for a 30-day free trial: linktr.ee/get_papers

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Papers App @papersapp.com · 1d

Which would you rather face in a dark lab room at midnight?

👻 A computer crashing at 11:59pm with something due at 12am
👻 Reviewer 2
👻 Noticing your citation style changes halfway through your thesis

The HORROR - #HappyHalloween all!

Papers App @papersapp.com · 2d

#SpookySeason indeed

Mirya R. Holman @mirya.bsky.social · 9d

A haunted house for academics but it is just flashes of all the times you've said "oh I'll catch up next week!"

Reposted by Papers App

Digital Science @digital-science.com · 3d

"Applications now open for 2026 APE Award." #awards #scholcomm

Story by @researchinfo.bsky.social:

www.researchinformation.info/news/applica...

Applications now open for 2026 APE Award - Research Information

Award for innovation in scholarly communication will be presented Academic Publishing in Europe APE Conference in Berlin

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Papers App @papersapp.com · 2d

Ever wondered if a journal is peer-reviewed while you're reading?

✅ Check the “About” page on the journal’s website
✅ Look under the Article History for dates of review
✅ Review info under the author information - theres review dates. It's peer-reviewed.

#academicsky

Papers App @papersapp.com · 2d

Hey! Our reference manager tool automatically searches databases like Google Scholar to find papers that might be of interest to you based on the papers you already have in your library!

We also have a related article feature, you can see details here :) www.papersapp.com/help-center/...

Find Related Articles Using the Papers Reader

Use the Papers Reader's "Related Articles" feature to find relevant papers based on the open article's full text. Explore recommendations with ease.

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Papers App @papersapp.com · 4d

You can get the whole run-down of these tips in our webinar 'Navigating the Research Landscape" - readcube.wistia.com/medias/z48l0...

Our resident librarian breaks down the steps to publishing and what to look out for!

What else do you look for? Let us know!

Papers App @papersapp.com · 4d

3. Cost to Publish

You can either choose in a journal that's free to publish, or one with an Article Processing Charge (APC) where you pay to publish.

Open Access Journals aren't necessary free to publish in, they're just free for readers!

Papers App @papersapp.com · 4d

2. The Journal Prestige

You can analyze each Journal's Impact Factor (JIF), the Journal Rank, or Subject Normalized Impact Factors (SNIP), which looks at discipline weighting across to normalize subject areas

Papers App @papersapp.com · 4d

1. Suitability of the journal

Not all journals make sense for your area of research, and some disciplines have hundreds of journals

You can check...

Where have your colleagues published?

Find articles similar to yours, look at where they're published.

Your local library! Ask your librarian :)

Papers App @papersapp.com · 4d

How do you choose the right journal for your research to be published in??

There are thousands of journals to choose from and it can be overwhelming...

Here’s what to look for: 🧵

#academicsky #edusky

Papers App @papersapp.com · 11d

Peer review helps reduce bias and keep science honest!

Here's a quick guide to 4 different types of peer review: 👇

Papers App @papersapp.com · 17d

Sale on until Oct 31st!

Papers App @papersapp.com · 26d

Our #BackToSchool sale is still running!

Get 15% off your Papers subscription - but only until the end of the month.

Redeem it here: www.papersapp.com/pricing/

Papers App @papersapp.com · 17d

It might feel never-ending at times, but it’s what makes your research stand up to scrutiny and make a real impact.

💡 Pro tip: Keep your notes, citations, and drafts organized, and your future self (and your reviewers) will thank you!

Papers App @papersapp.com · 17d

Ever wonder what ✨ peer review ✨ really means?

Before your research gets published, it gets sent to other experts in the same research field to be evaluated and ensure that what's written is credible, accurate, and meaningful.

Papers App @papersapp.com · 22d

You can find direct links to add these Lists to your Papers library on our blog, all about Smart Lists here: www.papersapp.com/help-center/...

Introduction to Smart Lists

Learn how Smart Lists in Papers help you organize, filter, and manage research more efficiently with dynamic, rule-based lists.

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Papers App @papersapp.com · 22d

One of our top tips we tell folks for making their research process easier? Set up SmartLists.

Just set your rules once, and Papers automatically organizes your library for you.

Make lists like:
✅ Recently added
✅ Author
✅ Topic
✅ New this Week

Papers App @papersapp.com · 22d

Thanks for giving some details! I've forwarded this to our tech team. You can also submit a ticket here: papersapp.frontkb.com/en/contact-us

You might get a faster response there since it goes directly to developers!

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Papers App @papersapp.com · 25d

What are the benefits of publishing your article as #OpenAccess?

More people read it > more exposure > more citations > higher chance of policy change

Find out more pros and cons to open access research from our #BacktoSchool webinar series this past September! Link in bio!

#academicsky

Papers App @papersapp.com · 26d

Our #BackToSchool sale is still running!

Get 15% off your Papers subscription - but only until the end of the month.

Redeem it here: www.papersapp.com/pricing/

Papers App @papersapp.com · Sep 29

Study breaks aren’t optional: they’re essential!

Try these:
🌿 Go outside for 10 minutes
🎶 Listen to one song (really listen)
☕ Make a cup of tea or coffee away from your desk

Your brain will thank you!!

#mondaymotivation

Papers App @papersapp.com · Sep 26

Check out our latest blog breaking down how to set up Papers for success: www.papersapp.com/highlights/g...

Smart lists to syncing and everything in between!

Papers App @papersapp.com · Sep 22

This is the boundary that matters: AI helps you search smarter, but YOU create the arguments. That’s how integrity stays intact.

Papers App @papersapp.com · Sep 19

This morning’s session on Research Data Sharing with Lisa Curtin & Andrew McKenna-Foster was packed with insights! 💡 Stay tuned for highlights and key takeaways.

#openscience #edusky

Papers App @papersapp.com · Sep 18

See details and register here: www.papersapp.com/event/handso...

Hands-On Lab: Crafting Your CV and First Manuscript with Overleaf

Apply your foundational knowledge of Overleaf in this hands-on lab focused on creating the essential documents for your research career.

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Papers App @papersapp.com · Sep 18

In this hands-on #Overleaf lab with Lee Spence (Sept 18, 12 PM ET) from @digital-science.com, you’ll learn to: 

✔️ Selecting a template to build a pro CV 
✔️ How to find an official journal template to ensure your article is formatted right the first time