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Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by simiolu1(m): 11:39pm On Jul 13, 2015 |
I'm a serving Corper. Studied Physics in the University and did a project on ZnO Thin Films. I and my partner worked our butt off for the project and spent a considerable amount of money, time and other resources to get it done. One of the motivating factors for me was that I really needed an A in it to make a Second Class Upper. When the project was almost finished, my Supervisor informed me he would love to Publish a paper on it. I guess he was impressed with the quality of work we did (even though we made some errors along the way). It's been over a year now since I finished school and this afternoon, I read an e-mail from my Supervisor (which was sent 7 days ago) informing me that he has reviewed the paper (which I wrote by the way), made necessary corrections and chances are it's going to be published soon. I was elated until I read the next paragraph/sentence which requested for 10,000naira as payment for my name to be part of the authors. And that I have 3weeks to make the payment (one week has already elapsed). I was shocked to say the least and was honestly furious at first. However, I just went online and discovered that people pay to publish their research in journals. Now this is my dilemma. I'm currently fiddling with the idea of a Master's degree and I know that having my name as an author on that paper if published would go a long way. I also know that it'll look good on my CV and create a good impression to potential employers. But I'm cash strapped and my meager allawee isn't helping matters. What do I do nairalanders? I need your matured advice. Thanks Cc Jarus, Darrelrivers, Xfire, lalasticala, azubuikeosisi |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by kennynelcon(m): 4:32am On Jul 14, 2015 |
Please, I think you should just pay, going to court will be more expensive. It will help in your masters degree admission (especially if you want it abroad ) |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by jeebz: 12:10pm On Jul 14, 2015 |
Just try and discuss with your supervisor. Any published paper with your name on it either as a first or second author would definitely increase your chances for admission. |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by simiolu1(m): 8:03pm On Jul 14, 2015 |
kennynelcon:Thanks but I never said I wanted to go to court. Because I know journals ask for payment before they publish papers. Elsevier costs as much as 3k dollars |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by simiolu1(m): 8:05pm On Jul 14, 2015 |
jeebz:Thank you. I've not gotten back to him because of my state of mind yesterday. And by the way, I'm going to be a third author! |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by jeebz: 12:43am On Jul 15, 2015 |
The ball is in your court. You may still contact some elders on Nairaland. Wip7 and the guy on the science thread can chip in advice. |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by jeebz: 12:43am On Jul 15, 2015 |
The ball is in your court. You may still contact some elders on Nairaland. Wip7 and the guys on the science thread can chip in advice. |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by Allsmyles(f): 2:11am On Jul 15, 2015 |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by simiolu1(m): 11:13am On Jul 17, 2015 |
jeebz:Thanks miss. But I've resolved to pay d money. Thanks once again |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by jeebz: 11:37am On Jul 17, 2015 |
Bro, I am a man. |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by simiolu1(m): 11:49am On Jul 17, 2015 |
jeebz:My bad |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by jeebz: 10:24pm On Jul 25, 2015 |
Bro, what's the latest. Drop the link the the paper here. Let the physicists bless it. |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by simiolu1(m): 4:57am On Jul 26, 2015 |
jeebz: The thing just tire me |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by jeebz: 9:51pm On Jul 27, 2015 |
Is your partner interested? Also, how much do you want to publish? I think if you nurse the vision of a postgraduate building around project makes sense. However, be careful so you do not loose the supervisor who can serve as a reference for you in the near future. |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by simiolu1(m): 1:49pm On Jul 28, 2015 |
jeebz:My partner sounds interested. But apart from giving a verbal interest, his actions have been unreliable. D estimate my supervisor gave me was at least 10k per author (there are 4 authors). So that's about 40k. I don't think I can foot the bill alone and he has definitely added some touches to the paper to Behind it. It's a mess really and anytime I think about it, I just get confused. Would send him a mail tho, asking him why he has decided to postpone publishing it now. Thanks for your interest, I really appreciate your support. |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by jeebz: 9:27pm On Jul 28, 2015 |
You are welcome. I may not know as much science as Teempakguy and Robinhez but I have to contribute my little quota. |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by simiolu1(m): 11:09pm On Sep 08, 2015 |
Jeebz, stingy, msnas, xfire, teempakguy, robinhez etc make una come o. Paper has finally been published! I'm so happy, joyful and emotional. All the hard work has finally paid off. I couldn't believe the quality of the material when I read it. Obviously, my supervisor did a wonderful job editing, reviewing and carrying out further tests on the samples. See attached pix below Link http://www.ijser.org/onlineResearchPaperViewer.aspx?On-the-study-of-optical-and-structural-properties-of-zinc-oxide-thin-films-by-sol-gel-dip-coating-technique.pdf
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Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by Nobody: 11:39pm On Sep 08, 2015 |
jeebz:oh well. Simiolu1 Congratulations. I'm really elated by this news. I wish I'd seen this earlier. Anyway, I'm about to read the paper. Wish me luck. |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by RobinHez(m): 6:58am On Sep 09, 2015 |
Congrats simiolu1 |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by jeebz: 9:03am On Sep 09, 2015 |
Teempakguy:Na why I put your name there. You and RobinHez are physics gurus. Me still dey learn. Simiolu, congratulations, drinks is on the house. |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by RobinHez(m): 9:21am On Sep 09, 2015 |
jeebz: I'm not...trust me |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by jeebz: 10:15am On Sep 09, 2015 |
I have read the paper and I'm impressed. Your supervisor did a great job. Also, you got second author which is very good. Now, you can decide your fate, no postgraduate school would turn down an application with a strong research portfolio. |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by simiolu1(m): 11:06am On Sep 09, 2015 |
Teempakguy: Thanks. Please give a honest opinion of it after reading. Jeebz, you get mouth |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by simiolu1(m): 11:10am On Sep 09, 2015 |
jeebz: Yay! *dancing shakiti* I noticed that I got second author but didn't know the implications. Also when I glanced through the paper I noticed it had been beefed up. But I still retain credit for typing the original manuscript. Doing the foundation research and even reading as much as 40 papers before I finished writing the project. Make una wish me happy birthday o |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by jeebz: 4:01pm On Oct 06, 2015 |
Bro, how far? . Are you done with NYSC? |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by eProcess(m): 4:32pm On Oct 06, 2015 |
Hello, there find out what Journal is it going to be published in? what are the requirements for publishing in the journal from the Editor? what is the circulation spread of the journal? how long does it take for the submitted work to come out in the journal? if every thing sounds positive then go ahead. |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by jeebz: 5:47pm On Oct 07, 2015 |
eProcess:Bro, the journal has already been published. Similar got second author. The link is in one of the posts above. @Simi, are u done with NYSC? |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by simiolu1(m): 4:17am On Oct 09, 2015 |
jeebz: I'll be done next week by God's grace. October 15. Batch C 14 is good to do. why do you ask please |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by jeebz: 9:26pm On Oct 09, 2015 |
simiolu1:Just wanted to know if you intend to pursue postgraduate studies in physics. |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by simiolu1(m): 9:50pm On Oct 09, 2015 |
jeebz: I am o. you got any options for me. link me up bro. thanks |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by Nobody: 11:57pm On Oct 10, 2015 |
jeebz:Pls I dropped my whatsap for you. KINdly lemme know if there is a need to get another means of contacting. Would appreciate any speedy assistance as to the issue at hand. Regards 1 Like |
Re: Do I Pay Or Not To Publish My FYP? by jeebz: 2:58am On Oct 20, 2015 |
simiolu1:Congratulations on your POP. You can PM me. |
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