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Why do some scientists easily find foreign colleagues for joint publications, while others remain in isolation for years? This article examines where exactly to look for partners from other countries, which academic databases and scholarly platforms are suitable for initial contact, and how to use conferences effectively to expand one's network.

Why might a journal that was in Scopus yesterday no longer be recognised as a valid source today? In this article, we will examine all 16 publications removed from the database in March 2026 and explain the difference between the terms “Discontinuation” and “Journal change policy”.

How is the scientific consulting market changing in Azerbaijan, and what is Scientific Publications doing in response? In today's exclusive interview for BiG.Az, we discussed the key questions with the director of the Azerbaijani branch.

Salami slicing is a practice that some researchers use to increase their number of publications. However, what risks does it pose to an author’s reputation? Why are journal editors paying increasing attention to such cases? And what consequences can await papers published in this way? Learn more about this in our new video.

Why are Q2 and Q3 journals considered optimal for most scholars? How do they influence dissertation defence and grant applications? What role does a journal’s quartile play in attestation and competitions for academic positions? This is discussed in our new article.

What should you choose – an individual article or co-authorship? We examine what the features of each format are. We also look at the advantages and risks they involve. In addition, we explore in which cases it is better to write an article independently, and when joint work genuinely helps to increase the chances of successful publication.