ASBÜ Seminerleri: Prof. Said Elbanna “From ‘publish or perish’ to ‘publish for purpose”

Prof. Said Elbanna from the College of Business and Economics of the Qatar University is visiting our department. He will meet with our faculty members and PhD students at the event below.

Seminar: From ‘publish or perish’ to ‘publish for purpose’
Date and Venue: Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 13:15 in room SBE108.

From ‘publish or perish’ to ‘publish for purpose’

Said Elbanna & John Child
Accepted in European Management Review

Abstract
Pressures to publish prolifically have led to an abundance of research on trivial matters rather than on issues of significance. This trend is particularly pronounced in developing countries,where limited access to paid content has fueled the growth of open-access publications. Additionally, the prevailing "publish or perish" culture has encouraged the pursuit of inconsequential and conformist research. The scholarly integrity of academic institutions is eroded when they struggle with evaluating research impact through metrics, potentially overlooking substantive contribution. The emergence of AI technology adds a fresh dimension to the issue, creating new possibilities for mass output rather than work that is innovative or informed by social values and priorities. This commentary serves as a call to action for scholars, institutions, and policymakers collectively to reshape the trajectory of academic publishing,restoring its sense of purpose through making lasting contributions to the betterment of society.

Short Bio
Saïd Elbanna is a research professor & director of Center for Entrepreneurship & Organizational Excellence at Qatar University. He boasts an expansive tenure as a strategic management consultant, advisor, and educator. His research focuses on the impact of scholarly management research on organizational and societal development. He has authored or co-authored over 90 journal articles and book chapters on these subjects. His work has been published in top tier international journals such as Strategic Management Journal and Long Range Planning. Professor Elbanna has received numerous regional and international awards for his contributions to research, teaching, and service.