http://atgdev.elsevier.com/blogs/editors-forum Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:39:12 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en In this issue of Editors’ Update, we have discussed some of the ways in which technological advances have changed and improved scientific research, publishing and dissemination. Which set of tools or functions is likely to be the most beneficial to the future of your journal?A. Tools for managing and streamlining the editing process, ... http://atgdev.elsevier.com/blogs/editors-forum/index.php/2008/10/the-future-of-your-journal/ Many people suggest that gender discrimination and ‘glass ceilings’ still exist for women in the scientific community. Others say that choice and circumstances create these gaps. Whatever the cause, the number of women in high-level scientific positions is significantly lower than that for men, especially as the positions get higher. Does ... http://atgdev.elsevier.com/blogs/editors-forum/index.php/2008/07/women-in-science-your-journal/ Broadening access to scientific and medical research is an important issue in scientific publishing. Regardless of the funding source or access model, the approach for effective dissemination of peer-reviewed research should:   Focus on the journal as the portal to scientific literature, which will, in turn, provide the best support for ongoing ... http://atgdev.elsevier.com/blogs/editors-forum/index.php/2008/04/the-route-to-peer-reviewed-research/