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A blog providing insight and discussion on publishing in the academic world

News, insights and advice from the Springer Nature team, and personal stories from the research community. Continue reading to find the latest blog posts on academic research and publishing for researchers at every stage of their career.

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Research Publishing

Aman Ganpatsingh

Rotterdam-based Senior Content Marketing Manager, Aman Ganpatsingh, leverages his 7+ years in research publishing to bridge the gap between research and public understanding. A passionate advocate for research communication, he aims to empower researchers to effectively become aware of the societal impact of their work. Actively involved in Springer Nature's SDG program, Aman stays at the forefront of marketing and research advancements, constantly seeking innovative ways to reach new audiences.

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Community Perspectives

Christabell Ndive

Christabell Ndive, Senior Marketing Manager based in London, is the chief editor of The Source Blog and oversees the creation and maintenance of community webpages. She has expertise and previous experience in B2C audience marketing. She is focused on exploring new trends and insights in academic research and publishing to ensure “The Source” remains a vital resource for the research community.

Jovial Toh

Open Science

Jovial Toh

Jovial Toh, Senior Marketing Manager in Singapore, supports global organisations in navigating OA publishing trends. With a passion for baking, she infuses creativity into her work, offering researchers practical tools for their OA journey. Don't miss her blog post, "Transitioning to Open Access: Reflections from Three US Organizations", for invaluable insights.

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SDGs, DEI, Research Integrity and Inclusive Science

Deidre Hudson Reuss

Deidre Hudson Reuss is Senior Content Marketing Manager at Springer Nature, based in Heidelberg, Germany. Deidre holds an M.A. in Biochemistry from the University of Oxford, and is committed to supporting the scientific community through her work. She is passionate about sustainability and Springer Nature’s Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Programme, as well as initiatives that include open science, research integrity, DEI and inclusive science.

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Editors and Peer Reviewers

Gurpreet Gill-Bains

Gurpreet Gill-Bains is a Senior Marketing Manager based in London with extensive expertise in both B2C and B2B marketing behind her. Gurpreet is currently dedicated to supporting the EBM and Peer Review communities by engaging with editors and peer reviewers who are instrumental in creating successful journals and books. At Springer Nature, Gurpreet ensures that both these communities have access to the relevant tools, training, and services they need in order to thrive and support one another.

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Springer Nature Collections and Brands

Siobhan Bates

Siobhan Bates is a seasoned Marketing Manager based in London, specializing in B2C Content Marketing. With a Master’s degree from The University of Warwick and Chartered Marketer status (CIM), she is passionate about developing valuable resources that support and empower the academic community. Siobhan oversees the creation of content for Springer Nature Collections, brands, and imprints.