Since its launch in 2015, Languages has published over 25 articles, garnering more than 15,000 full text views in the last two years. To encourage high-quality contributions in the interdisciplinary field of linguistics, Languages is pleased to announce the establishment of its first Best Paper Award. The award carries a cash prize of 400 Swiss Francs (CHF), to be granted by the end of 2018.
The following criteria will be taken into consideration by the Award Selection Committee:
- Originality and innovation.
- Contribution to and advancement of the field.
- Clarity of exposition.
- Scientific impact.
What are the criteria for eligibility?
1. The papers must have been submitted after 1 September 2017 and published before 30 September 2018.
2. Only research articles will be considered. Editorials, Commentaries, and Short Communications will not be eligible.
3. The papers must follow the regular peer-review process and be accepted for publication.
4. Regular submissions as well as Special Issue papers will be considered.
What will the winner of the Best Paper Award receive?
1. A certificate. In the case of co-authored papers, a certificate will be provided to each contributing author.
2. 400 CHF. In the case of co-authored papers, the award will be shared.
What is the composition of the Selection Committee?
1. The Editors-in-Chief of Languages.
2. Three current members of the Languages Editorial Board.
When will the winner of the Best Paper Award be announced?
The winner/s will be announced by the end of 2018 on the journal website.
How to be in with a chance to win?
Submit your manuscript at: https://susy.mdpi.com.
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