The Faculty of Pharmacy UiTM has recently concluded a series of Write2Gether workshops, held on the 21st of August, 13th of September, and 6th of October, 2023. These workshops are part of the strategic initiative PROLIFIC (PROmoting impactful pubLIcations From academICs), which were designed with the aim of fostering a culture of publishing research papers among the faculty’s lecturers.
The Write2Gether workshops were also conducted to increase the number of publications by the lecturers. The faculty believes that by encouraging its lecturers to publish more frequently, it can contribute to the advancement of pharmaceutical sciences and enhance its reputation of Faculty Pharmacy UITM as a leading institution in this field. Another key objective of these workshops was to increase the number of corresponding authors among the lecturers.
Thirty-three lecturers attended the workshop series and they were mentored by 13 experienced mentors. During the workshops, the participants received one-to-one mentoring to enhance the quality of their manuscript. The workshops provided an opportunity for the lecturers to learn about various aspects of academic publishing, including how to write effectively for academic journals, understanding the peer review process, and ethical considerations in publishing. The sessions were interactive, allowing participants to share their experiences and learn from each other.
The response from the participants was overwhelmingly positive. Many expressed that they found the workshops informative and beneficial for their professional development. They also appreciated the opportunity to network with their colleagues and discuss common challenges and strategies in academic publishing.
In conclusion, the Write2Gether workshops have been successful in achieving their objectives. The Faculty of Pharmacy is confident that this initiative will lead to an increase in the number of publications by its lecturers and strengthen its position as a leading institution in pharmaceutical sciences. The faculty plans to continue offering these workshops in the future, reflecting its commitment to fostering a robust publishing culture.
Written by,
Nik Ateerah Rasheeda Mohd Rocky, Dr Aisyah Hasyila Jahidin
