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POST-PUBLICATION PHASE: Maximizing Impact

Promote your research and track its impact after publication.

Publication Verification Audit

Have you verified the article appears in the correct issue/volume?

Did you check that all metadata is correct in the published version?

Have you confirmed the DOI is active and resolves correctly?

Did you verify all author identifiers (ORCID, etc.) are correctly linked?

Have you checked that the article appears in all promised indexes?

Did you verify accessibility features function correctly?

Have you tested all supplementary material links?

Did you confirm the correct Creative Commons license appears (if applicable)?

Strategic Dissemination Plan

Have you added the publication to all relevant researcher profiles?

Did you create tailored social media announcements for different platforms?

Have you prepared plain-language summaries for broader audiences?

Did you identify specific research communities for targeted sharing?

Have you created visual abstracts or infographics highlighting key findings?

Did you plan conference presentations featuring the published work?

Have you contacted relevant media outlets or institutional PR departments?

Did you schedule follow-up promotion at key intervals (3, 6, 12 months)?

Citation Optimization Strategy

Have you created citation-ready snippets for key findings?

Did you identify and contact researchers who may find your work relevant?

Have you joined relevant discussions in research forums mentioning your topic?

Did you create a slide deck that others can use when referencing your work?

Have you added the paper to course reading lists where appropriate?

Did you create a dedicated website or resource for the research project?

Have you considered writing review articles that incorporate your findings?

Did you develop follow-up research that builds on and cites this work?

Post-Publication Engagement Tracking

Have you set up alerts for online mentions of your paper?

Did you create a system to track various impact metrics beyond citations?

Have you monitored reader questions and comments on the publisher platform?

Did you document real-world applications of your research?

Have you tracked policy documents that reference your work?

Did you collect feedback from practitioners in your field?

Have you monitored for potential collaboration opportunities stemming from the publication?

Did you record media coverage and public engagement?

Correction and Update Protocol

Do you have a process for addressing post-publication errors if discovered?

Have you identified the appropriate contact for various types of corrections?

Do you understand the journal's policies for minor vs. major corrections?

Have you prepared templates for correction requests if needed?

Do you have protocols for addressing external questions about the research?

Have you established a system for documenting any post-publication discussions?

Do you understand how to submit additional data if beneficial?

Have you identified conditions that would warrant a request for retraction?

Making Your Final Decision

This comprehensive framework goes beyond basic checklists to help you make strategic publication decisions. A truly reliable journal will satisfy most of these criteria. Remember that your publication choices directly impact your research visibility, career advancement, and contribution to your field. Use this guide to ensure your valuable research finds the most credible and effective publication pathway.

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PRE-SUBMISSION PHASE: Strategic Journal Selection

Research Alignment Assessment

Journal Credibility Analysis

Editorial Board Verification

Digital Presence Evaluation

Comprehensive Peer Review Assessment

Advanced Indexing Verification

Financial Model Transparency

Copyright and Licensing Clarity

Publication Ethics Framework

Technical Infrastructure Assessment

Predatory Publishing Protection Checklist

SUBMISSION PHASE: Maximizing Success Potential

Strategic Submission Preparation

Submission System Navigation

Submission Documentation Repository

REVIEW PHASE: Managing the Evaluation Process

Effective Review Navigation

Comprehensive Revision Strategy

Rejection Response Protocol

PRODUCTION PHASE: Quality Assurance

Proofing Excellence Checklist