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TheScienceBreaker

For Authors

Share Your Research With the World

You did the research. Now let the world understand why it matters. TheScienceBreaker gives scientists a platform to explain their work directly to the public — in their own words.

Why Publish With Us

Reach Beyond Academia

Your work reaches curious minds everywhere — not just colleagues behind journal paywalls. Breaks are read by students, journalists, policymakers, and science enthusiasts worldwide.

Citable Impact

Every Break gets a DOI and is published in a registered journal (ISSN 2571-9262). It counts as a formal science communication output for your CV and funding reports.

Zero Cost, Zero Hassle

No article processing charges, no subscription fees. Diamond Open Access means free for you and free for readers. Our editorial team guides you through a smooth process.

How to Submit

01

Choose Your Paper

Pick a peer-reviewed paper you've published — any field, any journal. Fresh results or landmark findings, both work.

02

Write Your Break

Summarize it in ~800 words using clear, jargon-free language. Think: explaining your work to a smart friend over coffee.

03

Submit & Collaborate

Submit through our platform. Our editors review for clarity and readability, working with you until it shines.

Quick Writing Tips

  • 1

    Start with why it matters — hook the reader with the real-world relevance

  • 2

    Avoid jargon. If you must use a technical term, explain it immediately

  • 3

    Use active voice and short sentences. Aim for clarity over complexity

  • 4

    Include a concrete example or analogy to make abstract concepts tangible

  • 5

    Focus on results that are interesting for the reader — leave out detailed methodology

  • 6

    Leave out unnecessary numbers, details, and irrelevant facts

  • 7

    End with a strong, simple take-home message a non-expert can remember

Submission Requirements

Who Can Submit

Scientists actively working within an academic or non-profit research institution. Maximum 3 authors per Break — all must actively participate in writing.

Manuscript Format

Main text 600–1,000 words (aim for ~800). Abstract up to 400 characters. Based on a peer-reviewed publication in any scientific journal.

Image

Suggest an image free from restrictive copyrights. Drawings and technical figures are not accepted — think vivid, engaging visuals.