Pre-Publication Support Service (PREPSS) is a global initiative dedicated to increasing the visibility and publication success of underrepresented and early-career researchers, particularly those in low- and middle-income countries. Recognizing that many researchers face structural barriers to publishing—such as limited access to mentorship, editorial support, and training—PREPSS provides tailored resources to help bridge these gaps.
Through a combination of writing workshops and manuscript review, PREPSS supports authors in transforming their research into publishable manuscripts. PREPSS partners with research teams, academic institutions, and journals to promote equitable research dissemination and representation in global health research.
By empowering researchers who are often excluded from the academic publishing process, PREPSS aims to foster a more inclusive research community that reflects the global distribution of knowledge, needs, and perspectives.
Below, find a description of each tab of our website and its contents.
Describes PREPSS services: training, coaching, and peer review for global researchers
Mission statement: improving equity in academic publishing
History: founded in 2017 to support researchers in underrepresented areas
Highlights collaborations with universities, journals, and global health organizations
Describes programs like author workshops, peer review support, and trainer development
How to become a PREPSS partner
Articles, videos, and examples of scientific writing
How to write and prepare a publishable paper
Practical tools to support researchers at all writing stages
Explains how PREPSS reviewers support authors in publishing their papers
Policies and collaboration options for reviewers
Resources and examples to help reviewers improve their feedback skills
Articles published with PREPSS support
Highlights the impact of PREPSS on global health research
Describes services PREPSS provides to partner institutions (e.g. training, peer review)
Outlines two main programs: Author Training and Train the Trainers
Explains funding model, customization options, and lists current and past partners
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