Scientific consulting is something rarely considered outside scholarly circles – yet it is precisely what so often determines how a researcher will defend their dissertation, secure a grant, or break through to the international stage. Dmytro Pryimak, Director of the Scientific Publications branch in Azerbaijan, sat down for an exclusive interview with BiG.Az. What did the conversation cover?
Scientific consulting in Azerbaijan: How to choose a reliable partner
Scientific Publications is one of the leading companies in the scientific consulting market, with a staff of more than 200 specialists and offices operating across several countries. The organisation helps researchers get published in Scopus and Web of Science, provides support all the way through to indexation, and handles academic translation of materials.
Choosing a trustworthy partner in this field is an extraordinarily responsible matter. There is no shortage of fraudsters on the market – particularly those who promise publication in a prestigious journal within one to two months. That is precisely why it is essential to vet a company before signing any agreement, using criteria such as:
- whether they have a physical office
- whether real employees are in place
- case study examples
- availability of tax records
With every client, we sign an official contract that guarantees fulfilment of obligations and protects the client within the legal framework.
What are the company's plans in Azerbaijan?
At present, the company has already completed its legal registration and is operating officially in the country. Negotiations are simultaneously under way regarding the purchase of premises for a fully functioning representative office – two properties are being considered: one in Icherisheher and another in the Narimanov district of Baku. A key point here is that the property will not be leased but purchased outright, which reflects the strategy of a long-term presence in the market.
- How do Azerbaijani researchers view publication in Scopus and Web of Science?
- How long does the international publication process actually take?
- What difficulties do authors face when preparing academic articles?
- How can you spot fraudsters in the scientific consulting sphere?
- What are the company's further plans for the Azerbaijani market?
All this and more – read the full interview on BiG.Az.
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