Art and Science: Publishing and presenting research in Western academia.

Abstract

This observational study focuses on challenges that face CIS scholars in publishing their articles in western scientific journals. Since they used to follow soviet research traditions their investigations often are too broad, while western school orients on narrow and deep explorations. The author emphasizes necessity of observing previous studies; clear research questions; checking availability of data; avoiding wordiness and educational lecture style. The article also includes practical advice about formatting and submission. In conclusion the author suggests five recommendations about co-authorship, RQs, topics, deadlines and modeling.