Enhancing International Publications Through the IEEE Xplore Workshop

The inspiring workshop titled “Publishing Talk: Exploring & Publish with IEEE Xplore” was successfully held on Thursday, November 28, 2024. The event, which took place in the seminar room, served as a strategic step to strengthen international publication literacy among the academic community. This initiative was a collaboration between the UGM Library and Archives and iGroup. Through this initiative, the UGM Library and Archives demonstrated its strong commitment to supporting the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 17: Partnerships for the Goals.

A spirited welcome was delivered by Arif Surachman, S.IP., MBA., Head of the UGM Library and Archives. In his speech, Arif expressed hope that the event could serve as a strategic step to maximize the research potential of UGM's academic community in penetrating international journals.

“IEEE Xplore is a premier platform in the fields of computer science and electrical engineering that provides access to high-quality references and extensive publication opportunities. We hope that through this event, participants can explore the benefits of this platform to support their research productivity,” said Arif.

The workshop featured Alex Liu, Manager of Client Services at IEEE, as the speaker. In his presentation, Alex revealed various strategies for enhancing research quality, effectively utilizing the IEEE Xplore platform, and important steps for publishing in reputable international journals. Participants were then equipped with in-depth knowledge about the publication process, from selecting the right journal to improving their chances of acceptance for international publication.

Moderated by Safirotu Khoir, Ph.D., Coordinator of Public Relations and International Affairs at the UGM Library and Archives, the event took place in a warm and interactive atmosphere. Safirotu not only moderated the discussion but also encouraged participants to actively ask questions and share their experiences in the world of scientific publication. The high enthusiasm from the participants was evident, reflecting their strong interest in the topics being discussed.

This event marked the beginning for UGM researchers to increasingly contribute to the international scientific community. The UGM Library and Archives remains committed to supporting the development of information literacy and research productivity within the academic community, in line with efforts to achieve SDG 4: Quality Education.

Contributor: Wasilatul Baroroh