How to get a Q2 journal article published before the end of the year?

Publishing a research article in a Q2 journal not only improves your academic ranking, but is also a prerequisite for degrees, career progression and research grants. But with the end of the year just months away, it is important to act quickly and follow a clear strategy. This article will show you how to get your research article published in a Q2 journal before the end of the calendar year.

What are Q2 journals?

Q2 journals are publications that are in the second quartile and rank in the 50th to 75th percentile among journals in a particular subject category, as determined by citation rates in global databases such as Scopus or Web of Science.

Quartile 2 is the second most prestigious category of scientific journals in a ranking system based on citation and scientific impact (e.g., impact factor or SJR).

Who is suitable for publication in Q2 journals?

• young researchers, postgraduates, doctoral students: publication in Q2 journals is an ideal start for a scientific career.
• teachers and researchers of higher education institutions: to improve scientific qualification and career development
• experienced scientists: second-quartile journals are suitable for regular publication of research results
• researchers wishing to go international: Q2 journals are most often English-language, have a strong position in the international scientific community, and are read by scientists from different countries.
• participants in grant programmes: most funding programmes for scientific projects require reporting in the form of publications in Q2 ranked journals indexed by the international databases Scopus and Web of Science.

Timing of publication in Q2 journals

The average time from submission of an article to its indexing in the second quartile (Q2) journals is from 3 to 6 months. This period includes several stages: initial editorial review, peer review, possible revision of the article by the author, final approval and publication. In some cases, the deadlines may vary depending on the workload of the editorial office, the speed of reviewers' responses, and the peculiarities of the editorial process of the journal itself. Therefore, authors are advised to plan their publication in advance taking into account possible time delays.

How to quickly publish an article in a Q2-journal?

Step 1: Choose a suitable journal in advance

The first place to start is choosing a scientific journal to publish in. Editions with Q2 quartile have a rather high rating and put forward strict review criteria. It is worthwhile to familiarise yourself with the recommendations for authors in advance, so that you do not encounter unnecessary revisions and delays. This will help to adapt the structure and style of the article even before you start writing – and significantly speed up the submission process.

Step 2: Strategically approach the writing of the article

Q2 journals require a clear structure and high quality text. Key aspects that are important to consider when preparing an article:

• structure: adhere to the international standard IMRAD (Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion). This will speed up peer review and minimise delays at the initial review stage of the article
• language: most Q2 journals accept articles in academic English. Take care of quality translation of the research by seeking the help of professional translators and native speakers of the language
• uniqueness: the originality of the text should be at least 85% for journals with high Q2 ranking. High uniqueness of a research article is one of the most important factors that influence the review process. If you need a plagiarism checker, leave a request using the online chat on the website
• journal requirements: do not neglect details. Tables, figures, citation style - everything should be designed according to the requirements of the journal.

Step 3: Seek professional help from academic advisors

Preparing an article for publication on your own can take months or even years, especially if you are planning to submit an article to a reputable Scopus/WoS journal for the first time.

Entrust your publication to experienced specialists in the field of scientometrics, who will help you to adapt your article to the requirements of the journal and pass the review process from the first time.

Advantages of professional support by Scientific Publications:

• acceleration of the process of publishing articles in Scopus/WoS rating publications
• Improving the quality of work (professional translation and text editing)
• increased chances of publication by eliminating common errors that often lead to the rejection of an article
• the ability to focus on the research without being distracted by the technical aspects of publication.

List of Q2 journals with rapid publication in Scopus

It is possible to publish a Q2 journal article before the end of the calendar year if you start preparing now.

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