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The Elsevier Researcher Academy is an entirely free e-learning platform designed to unlock the potential of early and mid-career researchers. 

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1.7 h
Fundamentals of peer review

Building trust and engagement in peer review

The peer review process depends on the activities of editors, reviewers, and authors for its success.
1 h
Certified Peer Reviewer Course

3.3 How to peer review a review article

Peer review is an essential part of publishing review articles, just like it is for research articles.
8 m
Writing skills

Writing a persuasive cover letter for your manuscript

Submitting your manuscript without a cover letter or an incomplete one can impact the outcome of your submission.
33 m
Ensuring visibility

Seven strategies for scientists to communicate their research and create a brand

With societal impact being the primary goal of research, asking researchers to create a brand for themselves might sound counter-intuitive.
Why Researcher Academy

Master essential skills

Master essential skills

Pick up practical skills and solid professional development advice.

Learn from the best

Learn from the best

Access high quality content developed by leading research experts.

Maximize your impact

Maximize your impact

Learn how to make your research stand out & garner those all-important citations.

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