Academic Research and Journal Tracking Template

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Regularly reviewing recent academic journals and research is crucial for staying updated with prevailing trends and developments in the academic landscape. This template provides a comprehensive guide to tracking academic research and journals, ensuring you always have the most accurate and effective information at your fingertips.

By following the steps outlined in this template, you can set up journal subscriptions, create a research tracking database, and generate insightful reports. Additionally, you will engage with the academic community through conferences and discussions, further bolstering your credibility and effectiveness in the university.

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Proposed Tasks

High Priority, Immediate Action

  • Task 1: Set Up Journal Subscriptions
    ☐ Identify key academic journals ☐ subscribe to them ☐ set up alerts for new publications
  • Task 2: Create a Database for Tracking Research
    ☐ Choose a platform for the database ☐ design the structure ☐ populate with initial data
  • Task 3: Weekly Review of New Publications
    ☐ Check for new publications in subscribed journals ☐ add relevant ones to the database

High Priority, Long Term

  • Task 4: Monthly Deep Dive into Selected Research
    ☐ Select key research from the database ☐ read in detail ☐ summarise findings
  • Task 5: Quarterly Report on Academic Trends
    ☐ Analyse tracked research ☐ identify prevailing trends ☐ prepare a report

Low Priority, Immediate Action

  • Task 6: Attend Academic Conferences
    ☐ Identify relevant conferences ☐ register and attend ☐ network with researchers
  • Task 7: Establish Relationships with Key Researchers
    ☐ Identify key researchers in relevant fields ☐ reach out for connection ☐ maintain regular contact

Low Priority, Long Term

  • Task 10: Review and Renew Journal Subscriptions
    ☐ Review usefulness of current subscriptions ☐ cancel or renew as necessary ☐ subscribe to new journals if found relevant
  • Task 8: Contribute to Academic Discussions
    ☐ Identify relevant online forums and discussions ☐ participate actively ☐ share insights from tracked research
  • Task 9: Update Database Structure
    ☐ Review effectiveness of current database structure ☐ make necessary updates and improvements