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Scopus regularly updates its source list to include high-quality, peer-reviewed journals from across disciplines. Scopus has recently released its latest September update on 09 October 2026. In this update, Scopus has listed 45 journal titles accepted for inclusion in its database in October 2026. The newly accepted titles cover a wide range of subjects, including humanities, law, health … Read more
Scopus regularly evaluates journals based on Publication ethics, Peer-review standards, and Compliance with indexing criteria. When a journal no longer satisfies these standards, it may be removed from the Scopus database. The latest update was released on 09 October 2026. Scopus removed 10 research journals from its indexed list. Moreover, 45 new journals have also been added to the Scopus … Read more
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has invited investigator-initiated research proposals under the First in the World Challenge Grants 2026. The initiative aims to support innovative research ideas that have the potential to create breakthrough biomedical and health technologies. The First in the World Challenge encourages researchers to pursue ideas that have never been … Read more
Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) is receiving proposals under the E-YUVA (Empowering Youth for Undertaking Value-Added Innovative Translational Research) Scheme. The E-YUVA Scheme is a BIRAC initiative that promotes a culture of applied research, innovation, and entrepreneurship among young researchers. The scheme provides support through fellowships, research grants, and technical and business mentoring. It … Read more
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati is receiving applications for its Postdoctoral Research Program. The program is aimed at engaging highly motivated young researchers in conducting research in frontier areas of Science and Technology. A total of 5 Postdoctoral Research Fellow (PDRF) positions are available. Interested candidates can submit their applications … Read more
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. 39 research papers were retracted in September 2026 from major publishers including Elsevier, Springer Nature, Wiley, the American Chemical Society, PLOS, MDPI, and Oxford University Press. We analyzed these … Read more
Researchers, faculty members, PhD scholars, and higher education institutions have several important funding opportunities to apply for in October 2026. These opportunities cover areas including collaborative research, climate technology, microbiome-based therapeutics, vaccines, and biologics. Below is a curated list of active research proposals with October 2026 deadlines that researchers should not miss. Research Proposals to Submit in October … Read more
The Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, has invited research proposals under the Human Resource Development (HRD) Sub-Scheme for Health Research. The call is open to eligible applicants from the Northeastern Region of India. The initiative aims to strengthen advanced research capacity in medical and health research. … Read more
The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has announced the Call for Proposals under the Inclusivity Research Grant (IRG) Program for 2026. The scheme provides research funding to eligible researchers from the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories to undertake research in frontier areas of Science and Engineering. The IRG 2026 application window is open from … Read more
ACM India has announced the Anveshan Setu Fellowship 2026–2027. The fellowship programme is designed to provide an opportunity for PhD students in India to spend time with established researchers at leading academic institutions. The 2026–27 cycle plans to support up to 50 students. About the ACM India Anveshan Setu Fellowship The Anveshan Setu Fellowship enables … Read more