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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 4h
🏛️ What would it take for every researcher at your institution to describe their impact the same way? Generating Research Impact gives a research office one shared language, currently discounted for institutional uptake. 👉 shorturl.at/wuQYc #ResearchImpact #HigherEd
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
🧩 A well-chosen prompt pattern is the difference between an AI output you trust and one you fact-check line by line. This course catalogues 9 patterns from White et al.'s research, from question refinement to persona. 👉 shorturl.at/jhAEU #AI #PromptEngineering #ResearchIntegrity #OpenAccess
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
How does culture shape the way employees work and the service customers experience? This study explores how national and organisational culture influence employee engagement and service excellence, with insights from over 250 employees and managers: shorturl.at/XeGag #OpenAccess #AcademicSky
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
🔢 Two researchers, same h-index. Does that mean the same impact? Citation counts vary by field, don't equal quality, and can be gamed, which is why setting up a researcher ID across databases matters regardless. 👉 shorturl.at/t5T2V #Bibliometrics #ResearchVisibility #OpenAccess #ScholComm
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
What factors link poor blood sugar control to cardiovascular risk in patients with #diabetes? This study in the Sudan Journal of Medical Sciences explores the associations between glycemic control, inflammation and lipid levels, & the importance of integrated diabetes management: shorturl.at/nB6KC
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
🔢 Two researchers, same h-index. Does that mean the same impact? Citation counts vary by field, don't equal quality, and can be gamed, which is why setting up a researcher ID across databases matters regardless. 👉 shorturl.at/t5T2V #Bibliometrics #ResearchVisibility #OpenAccess #ScholComm
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Can technical education move beyond exam-focused learning? This article in the Gulf Education and Social Policy Review examines how stakeholder engagement and cocurricular activities can support stronger academic outcomes, internship opportunities and student development: shorturl.at/gow46
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
✍️ If an #AI drafts a paragraph of your discussion section, who's the author? This course walks through the real institutional lines (Harvard, Oxford, the Open University) on bias, hallucination, ghostwriting and authorship. 👉 shorturl.at/vck3K #AcademicIntegrity #ResearchEthics #OpenAccess
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
What influences visual outcomes after traumatic cataract surgery? This new study examined 64 patients with traumatic cataracts and identified age, injury type, vitreous involvement, and wound size as key factors associated with final visual acuity: shorturl.at/Gwa5t #Ophthalmology #MedicalResearch
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
🛤️ Impact doesn't travel in a straight line. Research can reach the real world through at least 6 different pathways. Linear, Co-production, Translational, Blossom, Funnel, Branched: more on each below. (1/3) #ResearchImpact #ImpactPathways #OpenAccess
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
🐦 A citation can take years to show up. A policy mention, a news pickup, or a Wikipedia reference can happen in days. Altmetrics capture that faster, wider trail of engagement that citation counts structurally miss. 👉 shorturl.at/IMQZK #Altmetrics #ResearchVisibility #OpenAccess #ScholComm
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
📚 Dubai Medical Journal Volume 9, Issue 2 is out now! This issue features research across sports medicine, #PublicHealth, paediatric trauma, dentistry, infectious disease, and #AI in orthodontics. Explore the latest research here: shorturl.at/duOSH #MedicalResearch #Healthcare
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
🤖 #AI helped develop your work by drafting it, flagging it, or deciding it. Who's accountable for the outcome? Saying "AI-assisted" rather than "AI-driven" keeps a person, not the tool, accountable for the outcome Learn more useful tips for using AI in professional spaces here: shorturl.at/4Tirc
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Could date palm pollen be beneficial for #fertility? This article in the International Journal of Reproduction and Medicine reviews the bioactive compounds in date palm pollen and their potential benefits for hormonal balance, ovarian function, & oxidative stress: shorturl.at/ksZHT #MedSky
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
#ResearchImpact used to mean 3 players at the table: universities, industry, government. Today's thinking adds 2 more voices. The course, Defining Research Impact, traces how the Triple Helix model evolved into Quadruple and Quintuple Helix framings: shorturl.at/wuQYc #OpenScience
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Selected research from the 6th International Conference on Creative Industries is now published in a special issue of KnE #SocialSciences! Explore 30 peer-reviewed articles spanning visual communication, industrial and interior design and creative technology: shorturl.at/k3ciV
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
New issue of Gulf Education and Social Policy Review is out now! Read now to explore studies on teacher wellbeing, school–community partnerships, ethical leadership, AI, and student motivation. The issue examines how education can respond to rapidly changing learning environments: shorturl.at/QdUvd
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
How do you make sure your work reaches the people who can actually use it? Our latest KnE Clue explores how to build a research visibility plan, from identifying your target audiences to thinking strategically about timing and content: shorturl.at/OXG3Y #ResearchImpact #AcademicPublishing
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How To Build A Research Visibility Plan - KnE Open
Rather than promoting your work as an afterthought once it is published, a research visibility plan gives you a deliberate way to decide who needs to see your research, and how you will reach them.
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
The latest issue of the International Journal of Excellence in Smart Learning is out now! It features research on AI and cognitive models in education, leadership in hybrid learning environments, innovative approaches to time management for university leaders and more. 🔗: shorturl.at/xJDTQ
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
🧘 Does spiritual wellbeing influence mental health in women experiencing #infertility? This systematic review explores the association between spiritual health, mental health status & quality of life among women with infertility. 📖 shorturl.at/LuBn2 #ReproductiveMedicine #OpenAccess #Fertility
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
🤖 Can #AI predict a sight-threatening eye condition before it progresses? A study introduces a novel chaos-inspired AI model for early #keratoconus prediction offering new possibilities for timely diagnosis & intervention. 📖 shorturl.at/C0QpE #Ophthalmology #OpenAccess #EyeHealth
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
💼 Is hybrid work boosting productivity or blurring boundaries in the #UAE? A study examines the impact of hybrid work arrangements on employee productivity & work-life balance in the UAE private sector. 📖 shorturl.at/Jdk6W #HybridWork #OpenAccess #ServiceExcellence
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
🎮 Can video games be a teaching tool in higher #education? A study explores faculty perspectives on integrating video games into undergraduate learning in the #UAE and what it takes to implement them effectively. 📖 shorturl.at/UvjkV #SmartLearning #OpenAccess #EdTech
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
👩‍🏫 How much do teacher–student relationships matter in early #education? A study explores how kindergarten teachers in the #UAE perceive the role of their relationships with students in driving engagement & learning. 📖 shorturl.at/jnDzP #EarlyChildhood #OpenAccess #GulfResearch
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
🫁 India launched a 100-day campaign to eliminate #Tuberculosis, but what did it achieve? A commentary examines the outcomes of one of the world's most ambitious public health drives against TB. 📖 shorturl.at/jnDzP #PublicHealth #OpenAccess #GlobalHealth
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Our top picks for June are here! 🌟 These studies explore #AI in shopping & fertility care, protecting natural areas in #Dubai, healthy ageing, eye health & what keeps community waste programmes thriving. 🧵 #OpenAccess
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
📢 The Sudan Journal of Medical Sciences Volume 21, Issue 2 is now live! This issue covers #diabetes management, antimicrobial resistance, pregnancy outcomes & point-of-care ultrasound featuring the latest #OpenAccess research from across MENA & Africa. 🔗 shorturl.at/rQTQu #GlobalHealth #Sudan
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
📢 Call for Papers! Is technology in schools truly supporting student learning? GESPR invites submissions for a special issue on meaningful learning with technology covering #AI, wellbeing & policy. 📅 Deadline: 20 September 2026 🔗 shorturl.at/zBf9g #CallForPapers #GulfResearch #Education
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
🏷️ Just like humans, digital research assets can have a unique fingerprint. Persistent Identifiers (PIDs) ensure every article, dataset & researcher can always be found & credited no broken links, no lost records. Learn more in this #KnEClues: 🔗 shorturl.at/je8lK #OpenAccess #AcademicSky
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
💻 Can #eLearning help counter extremism in schools & universities? This study surveys 525 faculty & teachers in Saudi Arabia, exploring how digital education can strengthen intellectual security & promote moderation in support of #SaudiVision2030. 📖 shorturl.at/hcqqi #SmartLearning #OpenAccess
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
👁️ Can eye imaging reveal hidden structural changes in #glaucoma risk patients? This study uses optical coherence tomography to reveal that pseudoexfoliation eyes have significantly thinner conjunctival tissue than healthy eyes. 📖 shorturl.at/TtXnX #OpenAccess #EyeHealth
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
🧠 Can adding a specialised therapy to routine physiotherapy improve outcomes for #Parkinsons patients? This study examines the impact of Lee Silverman Voice Treatment BIG on motor & non-motor functions in individuals with Parkinson's disease. 📖 shorturl.at/9Nppc #OpenAccess #Neurology
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
👗 How are small fashion businesses keeping up in the #AI era? This study investigates how #AI readiness translates into stronger administrative capability & long-term competitiveness in Pakistan's fashion retail SMEs. 📖 shorturl.at/bDfyk #ServiceExcellence #OpenAccess #FashionRetail
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
🏆 The GESPR Best Article Award recognises outstanding scholarship in #education & social policy in the Gulf with a prize of AED 5,000 + a certificate of recognition. All published GESPR authors are automatically considered! 🔗 shorturl.at/cGHwl #OpenAccess #SocialPolicy #GulfResearch
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
🤖 Has #AI changed what academic integrity really means? When AI can generate coherent text, research ethics becomes about more than plagiarism, it's about how researchers ethically collaborate with it. Explore the conversation in this #KnEClues: 🔗 shorturl.at/bIebD #AcademicSky #ScholComm
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
🏭 Can the cement industry cut its carbon footprint? This study explores renewable energy pathways to decarbonise cement production in the UAE & reduce greenhouse gas emissions. 📖 shorturl.at/pyMGw #Sustainability #ClimateAction #OpenAccess
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
🏆 Want more researchers to choose your #journal for their next submission? Awards like Best Article or Early Career Researcher recognitions can boost visibility & strengthen your journal's identity within the field. Learn how to design one #KnEClues: 🔗 shorturl.at/JMwkh #AcademicSky #ScholComm
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
🕌 How do migrant communities preserve identity in a new homeland? A new study explores how Qatari heritage districts shape cultural belonging, acculturation & identity formation among Malayalee migrants. 📖 shorturl.at/Fe3fP #GulfResearch #Migration #OpenAccess
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
🦴 Does a spinal variation affect #BackSurgery outcome long-term? A study examines how lumbosacral transitional vertebra (LSTV) impacts surgical outcomes in young adults with #LumbarDisc herniation tracked for 24+ months post-surgery. 📖 shorturl.at/aZQUy #SpineSurgery #OpenAccess #Orthopaedics
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Our top picks for May are here! 🌟 These studies explore #healthcare in crisis zones, how older adults use #socialmedia to redefine #ageing, #AI in #DentalEducation, snacks for blood sugar control & poor sleep's impact on eye health. 🧵 #OpenAccess
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
📋 #DubaiMedicalJournal Volume 9, Issue 1 is now available! Explore the latest #OpenAccess research published by the Dubai Health Authority - covering pediatric MS, antimicrobial stewardship, MRSA, influenza myocarditis, and more. 🔗 shorturl.at/c0O9B #MedSky #UAE #Healthcare
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
🌍 #WorldEnvironmentDay highlights the importance of protecting nature & reducing pollution for a cleaner future. This #WorldEnvironmentDay, explore how countries are promoting sustainability & #ClimateAction through modern environmental strategies here: shorturl.at/4d6vF #OpenAccess #Environment
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
🤖 #AI is changing how embryos are selected in #IVF This new review explores how artificial intelligence is transforming infertility treatment: from sperm assessment to personalised treatment protocols. 📖 Read it here: bit.ly/4fqXQHa #ReproductiveMedicine #OpenAccess #Fertility
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Is great leadership about #IQ or #EmotionalIntelligence? Leading people isn’t just about knowledge. It’s about self-awareness and understanding others. This study from the International Journal of Excellence in Smart Learning explores how headteachers view EQ in leadership: shorturl.at/O0LKZ
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Early detection saves lives, but diagnosing #OralCancer can still be slow and subjective. This study from the Dubai Medical Journal explores how #AI can analyse medical images to spot patterns humans might miss, making detection faster, more accurate, and more accessible: shorturl.at/DKSfG
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
The Sudan Journal of Medical Sciences has opened a #CallforPapers for a special issue on the health impact of the Sudan conflict. Focused on evidence, resilience, and recovery, it invites research to inform policy and rebuild health systems. Deadline: 30 June 2026 Learn more: shorturl.at/sMkWz #CFP
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
GESPR has launched a #BestArticleAward! It is a biannual prize recognising standout published articles in the journal. Open to all published articles, with an AED 5,000 prize and regional recognition, it’s a big step in spotlighting research that shapes policy and practice in the #GCC.
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
#Oral #cancer is still often detected too late. Could #nanobiotechnology change that? 🧬 This article explores cutting-edge nanosensors that promise earlier, less invasive detection and better outcomes by uniting accuracy, speed, and #accessibility! 🔗 shorturl.at/ClTWO #MedSky #OpenAccess
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
The new issue of Dubai #Medical Journal is out now! From an in-depth assessment of #patient satisfaction in surgical wards to a rare #diagnosis of a #brain abscess, this issue features a diverse collection of original #research, reviews, and rare case reports. 🔗 shorturl.at/Cp9x6 #OpenAccess
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KnE Open @kneopen.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
📢 Call for Papers: #SpecialIssue on Service Quality in the Age of #AI! From AI-powered personalisation to intelligent systems, this special issue of the International #Journal of Service Excellence invites cutting-edge research on the future of #service in an AI-driven world. 🧵 🔗 shorturl.at/rvlD0
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