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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · 6d

One week after our #DefendResearch event with @scholarlysocial.bsky.social, we’re still inspired by the conversations.
As @rouhiroo.bsky.social reminded us: “It’s a privilege to despair… any small thing is powerful.”
Look out for more panellist insights and actions coming soon.

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · 12d

Last night’s #DefendResearch event in Leeds, UK, with @scholarlysocial.bsky.social was a reminder of why in-person conversations matter.
Honest discussions, sharing ideas and insights, all with one main commitment - to protect academic freedom.
With plenty to think about, we’re not stopping here.

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · 19d

Wrapping up #PeerReviewWeek with a big thank you to all our reviewers, globally.

Thanks to you, readers everywhere can trust the research they read. Now more than ever, that matters.

We've listed everyone who reviewed for our journals last year on each journal. Search here: https://bit.ly/46uEzyw

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · 20d

Everyone deserves a peer review process that supports different ways of thinking.

We’re trialling a new pilot to make publishing more accessible for neurodiverse researchers, with help from our advisory board.

Want to learn more? Read about the trial, here: https://bit.ly/42EgROX

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · 22d

The call for transparency in AI is something we're hearing a lot.

At Emerald, AI supports our work but it doesn’t replace it. We’re learning every day and committed to responsible innovation.

Read what’s happening behind the scenes: https://bit.ly/3VRRC81
#PeerReview #PRW25 #AIinPublishing

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · 24d

Without research this wouldn’t have been possible.

#DefendResearch #AcademicPublishing #AcademicSky

Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · 25d

As the pressure on students mounts, so does the need for effective mental health programmes.

The case report: ‘A systematic review of universal approaches to mental health promotion in schools’ provided invaluable analysis of different programmes.

Read the summary here: https://bit.ly/4mTMLz6

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · 26d

If you're local to Leeds and the surrounding areas, please join us and @scholarlysocial.bsky.social in what will be a much needed live discussion on how we can all #DefendResearch.

Follow the sign up link below for more information and to secure your place. ⬇️

Scholarly Social @scholarlysocial.bsky.social · Sep 3

📣Scholarly Social inaugural northern event 📣

Collaborative strategies to #DefendResearch & ensure academic freedom
Sep 25, Leeds

Supported by @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social this free event features expert speakers.
#ScholarlySocial exists to connect. Join us!

www.tickettailor.com/events/schol...

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · 27d

What does good peer review really look like?

Hear from 3 expert voices, an author, editor-in-chief & reviewer, on what their top tips are and why constructive and fair peer review is essential to the publication process.

▶️ https://bit.ly/4m9Yqsk

#PeerReview #PRW25 #EmeraldPodcastSeries

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · Sep 8

#DefendResearch #academicsky #scholarlypublishing #climateresearch

Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · Sep 5

Translating research into real impact.

A team from Loughborough University used imagery and storytelling to share how Amazigh women are facing drought & displacement.

Their solution? A female-led co-op to rebuild livelihoods and resilience.

Read their call to action: https://bit.ly/3V0cnOx

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · Aug 22

Today, those findings continue to shape EU and OECD policy on workplace gender equality.

Without research this wouldn’t have been possible.

#DefendResearch #academicsky #scholarlypublishing

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · Aug 22

Are women in leadership the key to more profitable business?

A 2006 study suggested that firms with highly qualified female CEOs and board members tend to outperform their peers, especially in profitability and innovation.

bit.ly/3VjNLQN

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · Aug 15

Is your vacation harming the planet?

The Low Harm Hedonism Initiative develops ways to reduce environmental harm without sacrificing customer satisfaction: https://bit.ly/4lrdQIo

Without research, this wouldn’t have been possible.
#DefendResearch #academicsky #scholarlypublishing

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · Aug 8

This research is still being used today to shape labour and migration policy across Europe.

Without research this wouldn't have been possible. #DefendResearch #academicsky #scholarlypublishing

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · Aug 8

How do we integrate immigrants into society?

The 2001 article 'Employment and Wage Assimilation of Male First-Generation Immigrants' explores the importance of integrating immigrants into the labour market: bit.ly/3J6lLO4

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · Jul 10

Here’s a glimpse of something we’ve been working on behind the scenes for over 18 months.

Our new Emerald Insight launches very soon and covers everything you need from a content platform - we can't wait to introduce it to you.

#EmeraldInsight #Sustainability #Innovation #AcademicPublishing

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · Jun 25

The research provides substantial evidence that hiring discrimination persists and systemic change is needed, allowing policymakers to understand the complexities involved.

Without the research, this would not be possible.
#DefendResearch

▶️ bit.ly/4k7Sejw

#PrideMonth #Policymaking #Diversity

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · Jun 25

Academic research is crucial for policymakers. Why? Because it provides evidence-based insights, enabling informed decisions.

The article "Discrimination in the hiring process – state of the art and implications for policymakers" gives policymakers this insight.

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · Jun 18

There’s just one week to go until our next webinar in collaboration with @everylibrary.bsky.social.

The session on Wednesday 25 June is all about ‘creating response strategies for academic libraries.’

Don’t miss out. Find out more and register here:

bit.ly/4dtwVHJ

#DefendResearch

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · Jun 13

The paper has influenced EU policy and over 70 publications since its first publication in 2011.

Without the research, this wouldn't have been possible.

▶️ bit.ly/4l5S517

#DefendResearch #PrideMonth #EDI

Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · Jun 13

Findings from the research 'Homophobia and same-sex partnership legislation in Europe' have helped address ways to influence public attitudes to same-sex relationships and create a more inclusive and tolerant society.

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · Jun 9

Michael Martell's 2019 study highlights economic disparities faced by young cohabiting lesbians, urging targeted interventions.
It's informed the 2023 'LGBTQ+ data availability' policy.

Without the research this wouldn't have been possible.

➡️https://bit.ly/4jCFr8u

#PrideMonth #DefendResearch

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · May 26

An ICE Publishing research paper titled 'Transport poverty and its adverse social consequences' contributed to a greater understanding of transport-related social exclusion and informed international policy.

Without the research this wouldn't have been possible.

#DefendResearch

▶️ bit.ly/4dAmeTI

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Emerald Publishing @emeraldpublishing.bsky.social · May 25

When it comes to #DefendResearch, we recognise that speaking up isn't easy for everyone.

In a recent blog, Lisa Schiff and Alice Meadows offered words of advice to anyone wanting to speak up against censorship but are concerned about the repercussions.

Read their full advice, here: bit.ly/4kuHg8p

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