Rakesh Bhutiani
Dr. Rakesh Bhutiani is a remarkable educator and researcher affiliated with the discipline of environmental science. He is passionate about solving environmental problems and has done extensive research, publishing more than 135 papers in national and international journals of repute. Dr. Bhutiani is well versed in limnology, water and waste water treatment technology, conservation of renewable resources, and ecological studies. Being an educator in Gurukul Kangri (Deemed to be University), he not only teaches but also motivates his students and colleagues. His efforts in the field of environmental science have won him accolades as a pioneering environmental scientist, fundamentally changing the pace of research and teaching in this area.
Profile Introduction
Major (Dr.) Rakesh Bhutiani
Associate Professor
Department of Zoology and Environmental Science, Gurukula Kangri (Deemed to be University) Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India, 249404
Associate NCC Office (ANO)
31 Uttarakhand Battalion NCC, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India
Personal Information
Current Thrust Areas
Blog
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Research Integrity and Citation Metrics: Striking a Balance Between Ethics and Evaluation(2025)
In the modern research landscape, the pursuit of recognition often runs parallel to the pursuit of truth. Citation metrics, once designed to measure scholarly impact, now heavily influence hiring, funding, and promotion decisions. Yet, as numerical evaluations gain dominance, the essence of research integrity risks being overshadowed. This blog explores the delicate balance between ethical scholarship and metric-based assessment, questioning whether the drive for higher impact factors and h-indices is compromising the authenticity and transparency of academic work. It calls for a rethinking of how we evaluate excellence—anchoring integrity at the core of research evaluation.
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Avoiding Retraction and Rejection of Manuscripts: A Researcher’s Complete Guide (2025)
Publishing a research manuscript is a significant milestone, but many submissions face rejection—and in some cases, even retraction after publication. The reasons often stem from preventable mistakes such as poor adherence to journal guidelines, inadequate data validation, plagiarism, ethical oversights, or weak presentation of results. Authors can minimize these risks by ensuring rigorous data integrity, proper citations, clear writing, and strict compliance with journal requirements. Peer review should be seen as an opportunity for refinement rather than a hurdle. Ultimately, avoiding rejection and retraction requires not just good science, but also ethical responsibility, attention to detail, and respect for the publishing process.
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Authenticity and the Role of AI in Research Publications and Citation Metrics: A Critical Examination (2025)
The growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in academia is transforming how research is written, reviewed, and measured. From AI-driven manuscript drafting to automated citation analysis, technology is no longer just a support tool—it is becoming a silent co-author. While these developments promise speed and accessibility, they also raise critical concerns about the authenticity of scholarship and the reliability of citation-based metrics. Are we measuring the true intellectual contributions of researchers, or are we amplifying algorithmic efficiencies at the cost of originality and rigor? This blog explores the ethical, professional, and systemic implications of AI in research publishing, questioning how academic communities can preserve trust and credibility in an era of increasing automation.
References
Prof. D. R. Khanna
Former Head – Dept. of Zoology and Environmental Sciences, Gurukula Kangri (Deemed to be University), Haridwar
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91-9897020147
Prof. Jaswant Singh
Head – Dept. of Environmental Sciences, R.M.L. Awadh University, Faizabad
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91-9415717168
Prof. N. K. Agarwal
Deptt. of Zoology, H.N.B. Garhwal University, Srinagar, Garhwal
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91-9412987440