Common problems to avoid in your research manuscript 

There are some concerns to watch out for when you are preparing your research manuscript:

• Poor quality of writing: Your manuscript could be addressing an interesting idea but if your writing does not meet publishing standards, reviewers may not focus on the research.
• Mistakes and errors in your draft: Tiredness of the mind and eyes can create opportunity for mistakes. Make sure your journal article is properly edited and proofread. Take breaks and have someone else read your work to identify mistakes you missed.
• Language barrier: There is an increase in pressure to write and publish work in English language. Translating your paper to English can help to create opportunity for international recognition, career progression and continuity of research.
• Common language errors: High quality research deserves clear writing. Think from a reader’s perspective to avoid using complex language.

You may be on a deadline but submitting a manuscript that isn’t ready for submission will cost you more time in the long term.

There are experts who can make sure your manuscript meets international standards of scholarly English. Taylor & Francis Editing services will help make sure your manuscript is free of grammatical, spelling, and other common language errors.

How your manuscript structure affects acceptance

The structure of a research article is key because:

1. A good structure can make it easier for readers to understand your work. 
2. A logical flow can help tell the story of your research, so readers and reviewers get excited about the subject matter.
3. When your peers understand your work, it helps to verify your contribution to the field and makes it more likely your article will be cited.

It is important to focus your journal article on a target message. You should present this logically through the structure of your article. Manuscripts can be rejected during peer review because of poor structure, a weak argument, or other factors that may have been overlooked.

Evaluate all sections of your article to increase the chance of acceptance in your target journal. This will help to strengthen the position of your research argument. A quality research article usually requires input from multiple people – peers, supervisors, expert editors. 

Understand the editorial process

It’s during the editorial process that the decisions are made whether to publish your journal article. This is when you deal with editors and peer reviewers. The process will assess the validity, significance, and originality of your work. There are a few things you can do to improve the chances of acceptance and publication.