Research Publishing Guides for Engineering Authors

What is an ISSN? Print vs Online ISSN for an Engineering Journal Explained

By Brij Mohan Gupta • Jul 2026

An ISSN is an 8-digit code that uniquely identifies a journal. Learn the difference between print ISSN and online ISSN (e-ISSN), why journals have both, and how to verify one..

What is a DOI and Why Every Engineering Journal Paper Needs One

By Nikhil Gupta • Jul 2026

A DOI (Digital Object Identifier) is a permanent link that uniquely identifies a research article. Learn how DOIs work, how to cite them, and why they matter for authors..

Open Access vs Subscription Engineering Journals: What Authors Need to Know

By Gopal Singh • Jul 2026

Open access journals make articles free for everyone to read; subscription journals charge readers. Compare visibility, citations, costs and rights to decide where to publish..

How to Choose Keywords for an Engineering Journal Paper

By Rahul Jha • Jul 2026

Choose research paper keywords that people actually search: 4-6 specific phrases, not in your title, matching database and search behaviour. Practical method with examples..

How to Respond to Reviewer Comments from an Engineering Journal

By Dilbag Singh • Jul 2026

Respond to reviewer comments point-by-point: quote each comment, state what you changed and where, and stay professional. Includes response templates for agree and disagree cases..