01864nas a2200229   4500000000100000000000100001008004100002260001500043100002100058700002100079700002100100700001800121700001700139700001600156700001900172245009200191856004600283300001200329490000700341520127200348022001401620       2024                            d  c2024-11-011 aJudith C. Madden1 aHelena Kandarova1 aWinfried Neuhaus1 aNikki Osborne1 aAlicia Paini1 aRita Seabra1 aSusan Trigwell00aJourneying Through Journals: The Publishing Process and How to Maximise Research Impact  uhttps://doi.org/10.1177/02611929241286624  a334-3510 v523 aPublication is essential to share new ideas, knowledge, or recent findings with those who have an interest in a particular area. Selecting the most appropriate format and timing for dissemination is critical to ensuring the long-term impact of research. However, many researchers, particularly those in the early stages of their career, are unaware of how the publication process works and the different options available for promoting research to maximum effect. Understanding how to maximise impact is particularly important for research using animal models or alternative methods, to make the best use of any animal data generated and reduce animal testing in future. Herein, different publishing models are explained, including anonymised peer review, open review and data sharing initiatives. An overview is given of key resources available to assist authors, reviewers and editors in the process of writing, presenting, reviewing and publishing research. New challenges and opportunities in publishing are discussed, including the potential influence of Artificial Intelligence. A list of ‘ten top tips’ in publishing for early career researchers is presented, providing advice and recommendations for ensuring a successful and impactful publication record.  a0261-1929