Lunch & Learn: Breaking the Code – Achieving Publication Success in Scientific Journals

This series provides a comprehensive guide to scientific journals and their role in academic publishing. It covers foundational knowledge, including types of journals, journal metrics, and the distinction between predatory and authentic journals. Attendees will gain practical insights into journal selection, submission processes, responding to reviewers’ comments, and successfully navigating the resubmission process. The content is tailored to equip participants with the skills to effectively manage the lifecycle of a research manuscript, from preparation to publication.

What is Lunch & Learn? Turn your lunch hour into a valuable learning opportunity with our all-new Lunch & Learn category – an exciting twist on the traditional webinar, starting in 2025. These bite-sized, budget-friendly and diverse training sessions are designed to fit seamlessly into your working day, providing a flexible and impactful way to advance your skills without disrupting your busy schedule.

If you’re looking to boost your professional expertise, our Lunch & Learn courses combine the latest insights, expert-led instruction, and practical tools to keep you engaged and evolving — all in the time it takes to enjoy your lunch!

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From £99! Our Lunch & Learn short courses start from just £99 (early booking price) when you book 5 or more places - any combination of multiple courses for one attendee, or multiple attendees on the same course.

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  • Next: 23 Jun 2025 Live online
  • Also: 3 Nov 2025 Live online
  • Also: 2 Mar 2026 Live online

Breaking the Code – Achieving Publication Success in Scientific Journals: The Essentials

Lunch & Learn

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An essential guide to scientific communication covering the essentials of scientific journals, including publishing houses, metrics and their purpose.

  • 1.5 CPD hours Lunch & Learn
  • Presented by Samaa Al Tabbah
  • Next: 30 Jun 2025 Live online
  • Also: 10 Nov 2025 Live online
  • Also: 9 Mar 2026 Live online

Breaking the Code – Achieving Publication Success in Scientific Journals: Selecting Your Journal

Lunch & Learn

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This session provides an essential guide to selecting both the best and authentic scientific journal for your research, offering practical strategies for using indexing systems and selector tools to enhance visibility and credibility.

  • 1.5 CPD hours Lunch & Learn
  • Presented by Samaa Al Tabbah
  • Next: 7 Jul 2025 Live online
  • Also: 17 Nov 2025 Live online
  • Also: 16 Mar 2026 Live online

Breaking the Code – Achieving Publication Success in Scientific Journals: Journal Submission and Publication

Lunch & Learn

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This course provides an overview of journal submission, including the types and steps of submissions, as well as effective pre- and post-submission communication to help participants navigate publication successfully.

  • 1.5 CPD hours Lunch & Learn
  • Presented by Samaa Al Tabbah
  • Next: 14 Jul 2025 Live online
  • Also: 24 Nov 2025 Live online
  • Also: 23 Mar 2026 Live online

Breaking the Code – Achieving Publication Success in Scientific Journals: Dealing with Reviewers' Comments and Resubmission

Lunch & Learn

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This course covers journal decision types and techniques for responding effectively to reviewers' feedback, as well as strategies for revising and resubmitting manuscripts to enhance publication success.

  • 1.5 CPD hours Lunch & Learn
  • Presented by Samaa Al Tabbah