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Understanding Peer-Review as an Author

Peer review is a fundamental process in scientific publishing that ensures the validity and quality of research. As an author,…

For Authors
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Understanding Peer-Review and Your Role as a Reviewer

Peer review is a fundamental process in scientific publishing that ensures the validity and quality of research. As a reviewer,…

For Reviewers
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Become a Karger Reviewer and Get Recognised

As a peer reviewer for Karger Publishers, you can significantly contribute to the quality and integrity of scientific research. In…

For Reviewers
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Become a Karger Editorial Board member and get recognised

Becoming an Editorial Board member of a Karger journal is an excellent way to enhance your professional profile and contribute…

For Editors
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Author Awards and Recognition

At Karger Publishers, we offer various recognition programs to support and celebrate authors throughout their publishing journey. At Karger Publishers,…

For Authors
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How to Expand the Reach of Your Research

Effectively disseminating and promoting your research is crucial for maximizing its reach and impact in the scientific community and beyond….

For Authors
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How to Conduct Ethically Sound Research 

Ethical research is the cornerstone of scientific integrity. As a researcher, understanding and implementing ethical practices is crucial for conducting…

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How to Decide on Open Access

Open Access (OA) is a fundamental aspect of Open Science, designed to make research outputs freely available to everyone. By…

For Authors
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How to Get Your Paper Published

Publishing your research is an essential step in contributing to the scientific community. A thorough understanding of the publication process…

For Authors
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Transformative Agreements: Open Access Made Easy

Publishing Open Access often entails a fee, but many institutions cover these fees through special agreements with publishers. Discover if…

For Authors
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Article Transfers: A Primer for Editors

Karger offers article transfers to assist authors whose manuscripts may not be suitable for the journal to which they were…

For Editors
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Co-reviewing: Fostering reviewer development and transparency in peer-review

Karger Publishers recognizes the important role of experienced peer reviewers in training the next generation of reviewers. From April 2025,…

For Reviewers
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Article Transfers: Essential Insights for Authors

Navigating the publishing landscape can be challenging, especially when it comes to finding the right journal for your research. If…

For Authors
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Become a Karger Ambassador

Join us and become part of this dedicated global network of health sciences professionals. Karger Publishers invites researchers to join…

For Authors