Roohi Ghosh, Author at The Scholarly Kitchen

Roohi Ghosh is the ambassador for researcher success at Cactus Communications (CACTUS). She is passionate about advocating for researchers and amplifying their voices on a global stage. With over 17 years of experience in the field, she understands the unique challenges that researchers face and the importance of their work in advancing knowledge and improving society. Through strategic outreach and engagement efforts, she works to build bridges between researchers and other stakeholders in academia to foster productive partnerships that lead to greater success and impact for the research community. She co-chairs the Peer Review Week committee, ALPSP’s Open Peer Review Special Interest Group and the EASE India Chapter and serves on various other committees, including the Scholarly Kitchen Cabinet.

Articles by Roohi Ghosh

Rethinking Peer Review in the AI Era: Announcing the Theme for Peer Review Week 2025

We are pleased to announce the official theme for Peer Review Week 2025, to be held from 15–19 September 2025.

The Hidden Leadership Trap: Overcoming Reverse Delegation in Academia

Reverse delegation, a cycle where tasks flow back to the leader of an organization or team, can be difficult to overcome, particularly in academia.

Are We Fumbling in the Dark or Laying a Strong Foundation for AI Education?

Adapting to AI requires a commitment to fostering AI literacy and creating spaces to openly discuss its challenges and implications.

Weathering the Storm: What Will 2025 Bring for Academia?

My glass of optimism is usually full. But my glass is leaking now, or maybe it’s broken? The realities of the new political landscape have cast its shadow on the future of academia.

Growth Without Burnout: Managing Polarities Consciously for Sustainable Success in Publishing

A relentless push for growth can lead to burnout among authors, editors, and reviewers, while also placing undue pressure on organizations to maintain high levels of output. How can we better provide the infrastructure and support systems needed to sustain that growth over the long term.

Chefs’ Selections: Best Books Read and Favorite Cultural Creations During 2024, Part 2

The beginning of the holiday season means it’s time for our annual list of our favorite books read (and other cultural creations experienced) during the year. Part 2 today.

The Chicken or Egg Problem — Should Publishers Mandate Graphical Abstracts or Let Authors Lead the Way?

If we want to broaden the audience base for research outputs, then authors need to explore more visual formats for readers to consume. The graphical abstract is one such format.

Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats: A Comprehensive SWOT Analysis of AI and Human Expertise in Peer Review

AI-generated content has been discovered in prominent journals. Should peer reviewers be expected to find AI text in manuscripts? Where in the publication workflow should these checks be done?

Should Publishers Invoice Authors for Retraction Costs?

It is essential to address the hidden costs of retraction and to discuss who needs to bear this cost.

Can Parents in Academia “Have it All”?

How can academia better accommodate the diverse needs of parents striving to balance their research pursuits with family responsibilities?

Peer Review Week 2024: “Innovation and Technology in Peer Review”

We’re delighted to reveal the eagerly awaited theme for this year’s Peer Review Week, Innovation and Technology in Peer Review.

Navigating the Future of Higher Education: Cultivating Global Citizens and Embracing Transnational Education

Efforts to expand educational accessibility and foster global collaboration are on the rise. Realizing the full potential of Transnational Education (TNE) requires an examination of the regulatory frameworks that have been established to navigating cultural inclusivity, and gaining deeper insights into the distinction between TNE and online learning.

Navigating the Retraction Minefield in China and Beyond: A Need for Systemic Changes and Increased Focus on Researcher Well-Being

The nationwide audit of retracted articles in China underscores the interconnectedness of stakeholders within the research ecosystem and emphasizes the importance of aligning incentives and priorities to foster a culture of integrity and accountability. Can similar efforts be applied globally to cultivate a culture of accountability and transparency?

Unveiling Perspectives on Peer Review and Research Integrity: Survey Insights

How can we optimize the peer review process, and what role should AI play?

Can Academia Afford a Holiday Hiatus from Publish or Perish?

As we contemplate a pause during the holiday season, we must ask ourselves: Isn’t the researcher’s overall well-being as crucial as the research itself?

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Roohi Ghosh