Srinagar, Nov 21: A Expert lecture titled “How to publish and not to publish and how to increase citations and h-index.” was successfully conducted at Shalimar campus of SKUAST-K on Thursday.
Programme attended by Chief Editor of SKUAST Journal of Research Prof. Neelofar Banday, OSD Prof. Azmat Alam Khan Members of Editorial Boards and more than 70 researchers offered, practical insights into the intricacies of scholarly research impact.
The lecture was delivered by Prof. Nagendra Shah, a distinguished expert in Food Science and Dairy Technology from Melbourne Australia. Drawing from extensive experience and a strong academic track record, Prof. Shah emphasized the ethical research practices, choosing impactful topics and avoiding pitfall such as predatory journals and poor-quality submissions.
Key highlights of the lecture included- what to publish, what not to publish, how to increase citations and h-index. Participants praised the session for its actionable insights and relevance in today’s competitive academic landscapes. Prof. Shah provided valuable advice on maximizing the reach and impact of research. The event concluded with an interactive session, where attendees engaged in a lively discussion, gaining personalized advice from speaker.
Prof. Neelofar Baday presented the vote of thanks. She thanked the speakers for sharing the strategies that will undoubtedly help to improve publication quality and academic metrics. The program was coordinated and moderated by Students Welfare Officer Dr. Seemi Lohani and organized by SKUAST Journal of Research in collaboration and Department of Dean Students Welfare.
