Merits — Journal of Human Resources - MDPI
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Merits (ISSN 2673-8104) is an international, peer-reviewed, #openaccess journal on virtues, #talents and #humanresources published quarterly online by MDPI.
Preparing a manuscript for submission is a major part of any research project. Even the most compelling studies can face delays or rejection due to avoidable issues. Learn more about the pre-submission steps every researcher should follow: brnw.ch/21x1YbA
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The quality of figures in an academic paper can have a large impact on how the research is understood. They should simplify complex data and provide a reference for readers. Learn more about how MDPI Author Services can help you improve your writing: brnw.ch/21x2aPj
Open Access means that research is freely available to all. However, incomplete, undetailed, or inaccessible methods sections prevent research from being fully reproducible. These gaps have led to the rise of open methods. Learn more: brnw.ch/21x2d6X
Careful preparation of your manuscript’s back matter ensures your research meets the highest ethical standards. MDPI encourages authors to check its Research and Publication Ethics page for guidance on back matter statements. Learn more: brnw.ch/21x1gSt
Open Access is receiving support from governments and institutions around the world. We outline all you need to know about Open Access and open science: brnw.ch/21x1cQN
In 2025, more than 209,000 reviewers contributed to MDPI’s peer review process, providing more than 1.3 million review reports. We thank them for their contributions not only to MDPI journals, but to scientific literature as a whole. Learn more: brnw.ch/21x1cyC
MDPI’s Annual Report 2025 explores growth and how MDPI has scaled quality alongside volume, processing more than 669,000 manuscripts over the year. Learn more in MDPI’s Annual Report 2025: brnw.ch/21x14Vo
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Learning how to craft an effective conclusion can set your writing apart from others. Learn more about how to write an effective conclusion for your academic paper: brnw.ch/21x0FX8
