In 2024, many AOT authors make outstanding contributions to our journal. Their articles published with us have received very well feedback in the field and stimulate a lot of discussions and new insights among the peers.

Hereby, we would like to highlight some of our outstanding authors who have been making immense efforts in their research fields, with a brief interview of their unique perspective and insightful view as authors.

Outstanding Authors (2024)

Serghei Covantsev, Botkin Hospital, Russia

Outstanding Author

Serghei Covantsev

Dr. Serghei Covantsev graduated from State University of Medicine and Pharmacy "Nicolae Testemitsanu", Chishinau, Moldova. He then pursued a residency in general surgery at Botkin Hospital in Moscow, followed by a subspecialty in oncology, medical USG and plastic surgery. His key interests are endocrine glands and hormone research. His latest projects include core-needle biopsy of thyroid neoplasia, differential diagnosis of follicular tumors and anaplastic carcinoma. Dr. Covantsev participates in several projects on multidisciplinary interactions and translational research. He is an editor and reviewer for multiple reputed journals in the field of surgery, oncology and basic research. He is experienced in thyroid, breast and abdominal surgery and is a frequent speaker at national and international conferences. He is a well-trained surgeon with strong research background in different medical fields. Learn more about him here.

AOT: What are the essential elements of a good academic paper?

Dr. Covantsev: There are well-written guidelines on how to write a good academic paper. A good research should have evidence, analysis, argumentation and final application. These key points make a research valuable to the society and fellow scientists. Therefore, as a sum up, you should always remember that a good academic paper should be useful to others.

AOT: Do you think it is important to follow reporting guidelines (e.g. STROBE, PRISMA and CARE) during the preparation of manuscripts?

Dr. Covantsev: Reporting guidelines are a valuable tool for both early career and experienced researchers. I get frequently asked what should be included in an article or how to write a first paper. When you look at the guidelines, you already have a good checklist of the points that you have to include in your manuscript. When you follow reporting guidelines, it is easier to construct a plan of your future manuscript without losing any of the necessary data. When the work is done, you have a research paper which is based on three fundamental principles: accuracy, transparency, and usefulness. And this is when real science begins.

AOT: Would you like to say a few words to encourage other academic writers who have been devoting themselves to advancing scientific progress?

Dr. Covantsev: Perseverance is the key that opens every door and even an extremely difficult milestone can be achieved by making one step at a time. If you like what you are doing and passionate about it then just keep it up. It’s often as simple as it sounds and can lead you wherever you want.

(by Brad Li, Masaki Lo)