OAE Hosted Successful Academic Salon at Chang'an University's School of Energy and Electrical Engineering
On October 21, 2024, OAE Publishing held an engaging in-person academic salon at Chang'an University. The event provided students with access to high-quality academic resources, hands-on experience in research and manuscript preparation, and practical guidance for overcoming challenges in publishing SCI journal papers.
The event was warmly supported by Wen Li, Deputy Secretary of the School of Energy and Electrical Engineering, and Prof. Yasong Sun, both of whom attended in person. OAE Publishing was represented by Publisher Haidi Ding and Manuscript Processing Center Manager Wang Junyan, along with other team members.
Group photo
Key Speeches by Wen Li and Prof. Yasong Sun
The salon opened with remarks from Deputy Secretary Wen Li and Prof. Yasong Sun.
Deputy Secretary Li highlighted the importance of the event in fostering university-industry collaboration, sharing knowledge of academic journals, and enhancing students' research and writing skills. He encouraged students to take full advantage of the guidance offered to strengthen both their research abilities and their capacity to publish in high-level journals.
Prof. Sun expressed gratitude for OAE Publishing's support and participation. He emphasized that platforms like this promote closer collaboration between academia and the publishing industry, advance research, and help cultivate future scientific talent.
Photo: Deputy Secretary Li's Speech
Photo: Prof. Yasong Sun's Speech
Practical Guidance for SCI PapersPublisher Haidi Ding introduced OAE Publishing's history and highlighted its flagship journals. She provided an accessible explanation of open-access publishing, helping students understand its purpose and value.
She then outlined the manuscript submission process for SCI journals, covering key steps in journal selection, submission, and peer review. Students were guided on efficiently using international databases to locate and retrieve relevant literature, improving their ability to gather and apply information in research and writing.
Photo: Haidi Ding—Guidance for SCI Papers
Navigating Manuscript ReviewJunyan Wang focused on common challenges in manuscript review and strategies to address them. She provided practical guidance for students preparing submissions or navigating the review process, including professional ways to respond to reviewers' comments and how to interpret initial rejections constructively.
She also explained the peer-review process in detail, highlighting key evaluation criteria and providing insights into reviewers' priorities. This training equipped students with the knowledge to follow academic standards and laid a strong foundation for future research endeavors.
Photo: Junyan Wang—Manuscript Handling Insights
Scientific Writing and Language TrainingRecognizing the language challenges students face when writing scientific papers in English, Qiaoyu Yang offered targeted guidance on academic writing. Through case studies, she analyzed common issues such as grammatical errors, unclear phrasing, and repetitive sentence structures. She emphasized precision, conciseness, and logical flow, providing practical strategies to improve clarity and persuasiveness in scientific writing.
Yang also introduced OAE's professional editing services, explaining their workflow and benefits. Her guidance helped students avoid common writing pitfalls and better present their research to an international audience, enhancing the impact of their work.
Photo: Qiaoyu Yang—Scientific Paper Language Editing
At the conclusion of the event, Prof. Sun delivered closing remarks, summarizing the skills and knowledge covered in the sessions. He praised OAE Publishing's contribution to academic exchange and expressed his hope for deeper future collaborations. He also encouraged students to apply what they learned to continue advancing in their academic careers.
This event provided students at Chang'an University's School of Energy and Electrical Engineering with valuable insights and practical skills in research, writing, and publication. OAE Publishing sincerely thanks the School for its support and collaboration.
Looking ahead, OAE Publishing will continue to engage with universities, committed to providing high-quality academic guidance and support, helping students build a strong foundation for their academic journeys.
Language Editor: Catherine Yang
