A Step-by-Step Guide to Publishing Your Dissertation in a Peer-reviewed Journal

Transforming a dissertation into a publishable article is a vital yet often underestimated step in the journey from graduate student to professional scholar. While dissertations represent years of effort, they are rarely suitable for publication without significant adaptation. Many students in applied, technical, or scientific disciplines find themselves unsure of how to revise their work, what content to keep or cut, and how to navigate the publishing process—often without formal instruction or mentorship.

This practical webinar is designed for graduate students and early-career researchers in STEM, social sciences, education, business, and other professional fields—not the humanities. Dr. Parker will walk participants through the full transformation process, from identifying the most publishable elements of a dissertation to understanding the expectations of journals and publishers. The session will highlight common structural and stylistic mismatches that can delay or block publication, and offer clear, actionable strategies for rewriting your dissertation into one or more compelling scholarly articles or book chapters.

Participants will also gain insight into the often opaque world of peer review, learn how to select appropriate journals, and explore techniques for enhancing readability and impact. Dr. Parker will share insider tips for avoiding common pitfalls, handling revisions, and using publications strategically to build an academic or professional reputation.

📅 Tuesday, July 22 

 🕛 1:00 to 2:00 PM Eastern (New York Time)

📍 Virtual via Zoom

This webinar is ideal for:

This webinar is ideal for graduate students, recent Ph.D. graduates, postdocs, and early-career professionals in non-humanities disciplines, including:

• STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics)
• Social sciences (e.g., psychology, sociology, political science)
• Health and life sciences
• Education, business, public health, and other applied or professional fields

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Identify key differences between dissertation and scholarly journal/book requirements.
• Develop a strategy to restructure their dissertation into a publishable article.
• Understand the publication process, including submission, peer review, and revision practices.
• Implement effective writing and editing techniques that enhance readability and scholarly impact.
• Recognize how to select appropriate journals or publishers and successfully navigate submission guidelines.

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Jessica L. Parker, EdD

Jessica is a researcher and educator who is passionate about demystifying the research and writing process for scholars. Her research interests are at the intersection of technology and education; she is particularly intrigued by the transformative potential of generative artificial intelligence for academic purposes. Follow her research journey on ResearchGate. Jessica has worked with a diverse range of researchers and scholars, and continues to supervise Doctor of Health Sciences students at MCPHS University. During her tenure as a full-time academic, Jessica taught healthcare research methods to nursing students and was a Senior Research Director with Harvard School of Dental Medicine and Northeastern University School of Nursing. She is a reviewer for the American Journal of Public Health, AI and Ethics, Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare, Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved, and Journal of Professional Nursing.