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    First attempt at publishing my research findings was around 2005.  Truthfully, I was not the one that initiated the process but my undergraduate project  supervisor. she did her best to push me to produce a publishable manuscript from my undergraduate thesis but I was not able, probably because of lack of interest then or can I say lack of understanding of importance of scientific publications.   My second attempt was after my M. Sc. degree, I had moved from Teaching Hospital where I was working as a Medical Laboratory Scientist to a full faculty member at a University as an assistant lecturer. As a young academic/researcher, I was eager to have my work published in a reputable Journal, not just local but  foreign journal !!  I guess that you can agree with me that, that was a tall dream.   I set out to put my research work in a publishable mode but because I lacked patience, training, guidance and mentoring  in act of  scientific pu...

I am Ify, a woman in academics with a progressive mind, a passion for learning/research and a burning desire to mentor and inspire others. A big welcome to everyone to this platform where we will have opportunity to discuss our peculiar challenges as women in academics, proffer the way forward, encourage and commend one another.  We will also try to inspire and mentor the younger generation of women in academics.  Academics, research, post doctoral and other opportunities that will help women to grow in their chosen fields can also be accessed here. So with a big smile I welcome you on board