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                    [0] => Editorial practices and policies of scientific journals that make authors uncomfortable@en
                    [1] => Prácticas y políticas editoriales de las revistas científicas que incomodan a los autores@es
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                    [0] => Objective. The editorial practices and policies of scientific journals that were uncomfortable for authors were identified with the objective of eliciting feedback to enhance collaboration between authors and editors.
Methodology. The focus group technique was employed. Based on the content of the discussions, a descriptive analysis of the primary concepts was conducted, represented by word mapping and a treemap. Subsequently, the codes obtained were categorized into four dimensions: (1) editorial standards and formats, (2) selection and acceptance process, (3) peer review and evaluation, and (4) role of editors.
Results. The most frequently cited issues by the focus group participants were delays in the editorial process and a perceived lack of editorial transparency. Other challenges identified include the following: (1) a lack of clarity in standards, primarily due to the inconsistency in editorial requirements; (2) a lack of adequate feedback; (3) limitation in the number of authors; and (4) constraints in the number of publications.
Conclusions. A critical and reflective approach was employed to examine the editorial practices that affect scientific production. The necessity for reforms in the publishing system to enhance the quality, equity, and efficiency of the publication process was emphasized, with the aim of ensuring that scientific progress can significantly benefit global knowledge. Through a concerted and collaborative effort between authors, editors, and reviewers, it will be possible to pursue a trajectory of continuous improvement, wherein the advancement of high-quality scientific research will continue to be facilitated.@en
                    [1] => Objetivo. Se identificaron las prácticas y políticas editoriales de las revistas científicas que resultan incómodas para los autores, con el fin de generar retroalimentaciones que mejoren la colaboración entre autores y editores. Metodología. Se utilizó la técnica de grupos focales. A partir del contenido de las discusiones, se llevó a cabo un análisis descriptivo de los principales conceptos identificados, representados mediante un mapeo de palabras y un treemap. Posteriormente, los códigos obtenidos fueron categorizados en cuatro dimensiones: (1) normas y formatos editoriales, (2) proceso de selección y aceptación, (3) revisión y evaluación por pares, y (4) rol de los editores.


Resultados. Entre los problemas más recurrentes mencionados por los participantes del grupo de discusión se encuentran las demoras en el proceso editorial y la falta de transparencia editorial. Otras dificultades destacadas incluyen: a) la falta de claridad en los estándares, principalmente debido a la inconsistencia de los requerimientos editoriales; b) la ausencia de retroalimentación adecuada; c) la limitación en la cantidad de autores; y, d) los límites en el número de publicaciones.


Conclusiones. Se suministró una enfoque crítico y reflexivo sobre las prácticas editoriales que afectan la producción científica. Se enfatizó en la necesidad urgente de reformas en el sistema editorial para mejorar la calidad, equidad y eficiencia del proceso de publicación, asegurando así que los progresos científicos puedan favorecer de modo significativo al conocimiento global. Por medio de un esfuerzo concertado y colaborativo entre autores, editores y revisores, se podrá continuar por la ruta de la mejora continua, donde se siga promoviendo el apoyo a la investigación científica de alta calidad.@es
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                    [0] => Francisco Ganga-Contreras
                    [1] => Nancy Alarcón
                    [2] => Wendolin Suárez-Amaya
                    [3] => David Álvarez-Maldonado
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                    [7] => Políticas editoriales@es
                    [8] => Revistas científicas@es
                    [9] => Proceso editorial académico@es
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