On December 12, 2024, the iconic Staszic Palace in Warsaw became the hub of a groundbreaking event in the academic publishing world, “Polish Science and Publishing on the International Stage.” Organized by Sciendo, the event spotlighted the Paradigm Publishing Services initiative, aimed at empowering the academic community with innovative solutions, sustainable publishing practices, and global research connectivity.
A Night of Insightful Dialogues
The evening featured an engaging panel discussion moderated by publishing expert Eric Merkel-Sobotta, with distinguished panelists:
- Peter Jonason, Psychology Professor at the University of Economics and Human Sciences in Warsaw,
- Marcin Kapczyński, Representative of Clarivate, and
- Aleksandra Nowacka-Leverton, from DG Brill.
Their discourse delved into key challenges and opportunities shaping the academic publishing landscape today.
Engaging the Audience
A dynamic Mentimeter session allowed attendees to voice their perspectives on academic publishing challenges. The interactive exchange provided invaluable insights into current trends and obstacles faced by the scholarly community.
Key Insights from the Event
- Publishing Goals: Impact Factor and citation metrics remain central to the academic community, underscoring the importance of research visibility and influence.
- Challenges in Publishing: Attendees highlighted the dominance of commercial publishers and the struggle to maintain quality with limited resources.
- Demand for Enhanced Support: There was a strong call for innovative promotional strategies to elevate journal visibility and engage broader, global audiences.
Sciendo’s Vision for the Future
Sciendo has taken these insights to heart, pledging to enhance its promotional offerings in 2025. Plans include targeted marketing campaigns, robust social media strategies, and bespoke solutions tailored to journals’ unique needs. Unlike traditional publishers, Sciendo empowers presses, editors, and authors by ensuring copyright ownership and spotlighting their unique brands.
Shaping the Future of Academic Publishing
Sciendo’s initiative fosters a vital dialogue on navigating the balance between tradition and innovation in academic publishing. By inviting researchers to share their perspectives on pressing challenges, Sciendo emphasizes the need for collaboration in shaping the future of research evaluation and dissemination.
What challenges do you see in academic publishing today? Share your thoughts and join the conversation on how publishers like Sciendo can better serve the scholarly community, advancing research for a global audience.
This event marks a significant step in reinforcing Poland’s influence on the global academic stage while addressing critical issues in academic publishing.