FEB Odyssey Research Forum
FEB Odyssey Research Forum - Meet and Interact with Editors
Panel discussion followed by thematic workshops with editors from the following highly ranked journals:
The aim of this panel discussion is to bring together eminent journal editors in a constructive discussion related to the journal selection, papers’ submission and review processes, as well as advises to the authors on how to increase the likelihood of paper acceptance for publication and its actual publication.
Marina Dabić - IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management. (WoS & Scopus; IF(2022)=5.8, Q2) & Technological Forecasting and Social Change (WoS & Scopus, IF(2022)=12, Q1)
Sascha Kraus - Review of Managerial Science. (WoS & Scopus; IF(2022)=5.5, Q2) & Small Business Economics ( WoS & Scopus, JIF(2022)=6,4; Q1)
Andreas Kallmuenzer - International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behavior & Research. (WoS & Scopus; IF(2022)=5.5, Q2)
Luca Mora and Dirk Meissner - Technological Forecasting and Social Change (WoS & Scopus, IF(2022)=12, Q1)
FEB Odyssey Research Forum takes place on Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024 from 15-17.45
The aim of the FEB Odyssey Research Forum is to bring together eminent journal editors in a constructive discussion related to the journal selection, papers’ submission, and review processes, as well as advice to the authors on how to increase the likelihood of paper acceptance for publication and its actual publication. The Forum aims to provide a platform for learning, networking, and exchange among researchers and editors:
The Research Forum Agenda
15.00-16.15 Introduction and Panel Discussion with Editors:
Welcome to the participants of the Research Forum. Brief introduction of the attending journal editors and the presentation of the eight top journals (see the list above): insights into their scope, publication processes, preferences, and expectations. Audience is encouraged to ask questions.
Break
16.30-17.45 Breakout Sessions
Participants are divided into smaller groups, each with a mix of researchers and editors. Each group discusses specific topic. Four breakout session topics are as follows:
GROUP 1: How to structure the paper effectively?
Participating editors: Alberto Ferraris & Stefano Breschiani
This group focuses on essential elements of manuscript preparation i.e. structuring of the paper and its subsections, as well as the adherence to journal formatting guidelines.
GROUP 2: How to write a good literature review?
Participating editors: Andreas Kallmuenzer & Sascha Kraus
This group discusses what a good literature review should contain, where it should be placed in the paper structure, and why it is an important part of the paper.
GROUP 3: Submission Strategies and Journal Selection
Participating editors: Wim Vanhaverbeke & Charla Griffy-Brown
This group discusses strategies for selecting the appropriate journal for research, understanding the journal scope and audience, and optimizing papers for increased acceptance chances.
GROUP 4: Review Process and Responding to Reviewers
Participating editors: Luca Mora & Dirk Meissner
This group analyzes the peer review process, including understanding reviewer comments, effectively addressing revisions, and insights into editorial decision-making.
Electronic materials (e.g., presentations, suggested reading list, useful webpages etc.) will be shared with all of the participants after the Research Forum, regardless of the Breakout session attended.
The Research Forum will be followed by the cocktail party at the Karaka in the evening where all of the attendees will be able to further network and engage in informal discussions.