What really happens after you submit a journal paper ?
Understanding the stages from submission to publication – and how to avoid common pitfalls
Submitting a journal paper is an important milestone in a researcher’s journey. However, many researchers are often unsure about what actually happens after clicking the “Submit” button.
- What happens inside the journal’s editorial system?
- How do editors and reviewers evaluate your manuscript?
- Why do some papers move forward smoothly while others face delays or rejection?
Understanding the journal editorial and peer-review process can help researchers avoid common mistakes and improve their chances of successful publication.
This webinar will guide you through the complete journey of a manuscript – from submission to publication – while highlighting the common pitfalls researchers should avoid.
Date: 25 March
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM IST
Language: English
Duration: 90 Minutes
What You Will Learn
In this 90-minute webinar, you will gain a clear understanding of the entire academic publishing journey—from manuscript submission to the final publication process.
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What happens immediately after submitting a manuscript
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The key stages in the journal editorial and peer-review process
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Why manuscripts are delayed, rejected, or returned for revision
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Common mistakes researchers make during submission and review
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Practical tips to navigate the publication process more effectively
Who Should Attend
PhD scholars and early-career researchers – who want to understand how the academic publishing process works and how to successfully submit their research to journals.
Master’s students preparing their first journal paper – who are planning to convert their thesis or research project into a publishable journal article.
Authors who want to better understand the journal review and publication process – and learn how manuscripts move from submission to acceptance and final publication.
Faculty members and academic researchers – who regularly engage in research and want to improve their manuscript preparation and publication success.
Researchers planning to submit their manuscript to international journals – who want clarity on submission requirements, peer review expectations, and editorial decisions.
About the Speaker
Murugaraj Shanmugam
Founder of Tholga Research Consulting and an academic writing and publication coach with over 21 years of experience in the academic publishing industry.
He has mentored PhD scholars and faculty from institutions such as ISB, MIDS, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, and Bharathidasan University.
His expertise includes manuscript preparation, journal submission strategies, and guiding researchers from research to successful publication.
Reserve Your Spot
If you are planning to submit your research paper to a journal, understanding the publication process after submission can make a significant difference.
Join this 90-minute webinar to gain clarity about what really happens after you submit a journal paper.
This program is also available in Tamil for participants who prefer learning in Tamil.
You can access the Tamil event page using the button below.