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Every month, journals around the world retract research papers due to issues such as data manipulation, plagiarism, image duplication, unreliable results, ethical concerns, and authorship disputes. In June 2026, dozens of research papers from leading publishers, including Elsevier, Springer Nature, Wiley, Nature Portfolio, JAMA, NEJM, MDPI, Taylor & Francis, and ACS, were retracted. This blog … Read more
The International Institute for Asian Studies (IIAS) has opened applications for the Asia in the World Fellowship Programme 2027–2028. This unique nine-month fellowship combines research, international collaboration, and cultural exchange through residencies in two different countries. Selected fellows will spend three months at a partner institution in Asia, Africa, Europe, or Latin America, followed by … Read more
Springer Nature is inviting applications for the position of Associate Editor or Senior Editor (Nature Geoscience – Biogeochemistry). Nature Portfolio is one of the world’s leading scientific publishers. The position is available in Pune (India), Shanghai, Beijing, and Milan. The applications are accepted until 14 July 2026. This role is ideal for researchers who want … Read more
According to the Journal Citation Reports (JCR) 2026 released by Clarivate, a total of 249 Indian journals have received an official Journal Impact Factor (JIF). These journals are indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection and span various disciplines, including medicine, engineering, agriculture, chemistry, physics, social sciences, and the humanities. In this article, we … Read more
Researchers, faculty members, PhD scholars, and higher education institutions have several important funding opportunities to apply for in July 2026. Leading funding agencies such as ICSSR, ICMR, DST, and ANRF have announced fellowship schemes, research grants, and collaborative project calls across multiple disciplines. Below is a curated list of active research proposals with July 2026 deadlines that … Read more
The Future Business Journal, published by Springer, invites research papers for a forthcoming themed issue on “Entrepreneurial Ecosystems and Economic Development.” This Special Issue aims to explore how entrepreneurial ecosystems support innovation, startup growth, and sustainable economic development. Future Business Journal is a peer-reviewed and open-access journal. Authors in this journal are not required to pay an article processing charge … Read more
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the National Medical Commission (NMC) have jointly announced a Call for Research Proposals on “Research for Strengthening and Enhancing Quality of Medical Education” for 2026. This initiative aims to encourage innovative research to improve medical education, teaching methods, and clinical research training across India. The call is … Read more
The QS World University Rankings were released on TopUniversities.com on June 18, 2026. A total of 1,504 institutions are included in the QS World University Rankings, representing over 100 locations worldwide. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) ranks first on the list, followed by Imperial College London at Rank 2 and Stanford University at Rank 3. A total of 52 Indian … Read more
The Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) has invited online applications for the Senior Fellowship Scheme 2026-2027. The fellowship is designed to support experienced Indian researchers who have made significant contributions to the field of social sciences. Eligible scholars can submit their applications online from 22 June 2026 to 21 July 2026. Particular Details … Read more
The Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) is accepting applications for its 2026-27 Postdoctoral Fellowship. The fellowship aims to support talented Indian researchers who have completed their Ph.D. and wish to pursue high-quality research in the social sciences. Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the ICSSR portal by 21 July 2026. Particular Details … Read more