Join the MS Advisory Research Circle
Free online research methodology sessions for PhD scholars, faculty members and early-career academics — covering bibliometrics, SLR, PRISMA, SmartPLS, AI tools for research and publication strategy. Register once and receive joining details for upcoming sessions.
Topics covered across Research Circle sessions
Research problem to review design
Understand how a bibliometric paper begins with a topic, scope, database choice and screening logic.
Search strings and dataset logic
Learn how keywords, Boolean operators and inclusion criteria shape the final dataset.
VOSviewer and Bibliometrix orientation
Get a beginner-friendly view of co-authorship, co-occurrence, coupling and thematic mapping.
From output to manuscript
See how tables, maps and clusters become a coherent paper structure and future research agenda.
Useful for scholars who want method clarity
This community is a free entry point. Members who want deeper, hands-on guidance can join the next paid cohort of Bibliometric Analysis & Paper Writing — new dates are being scheduled, and Research Circle members are notified first, with early-bird pricing.
About the Research Circle
Is the Research Circle free?
Yes. Research Circle sessions are free to attend. Registration is required because seats are limited and session joining details are shared with registered participants only.
Who should attend?
Faculty members, PhD scholars, research scholars and early-career academics who want a practical overview of bibliometric methodology.
Will it cover software?
The session gives an orientation to VOSviewer and Bibliometrix logic. It is a glimpse session, not a full software certification course.
What happens after I register?
You will receive session joining details via the contact information provided. Updates on upcoming sessions, topics and schedules are also shared with Research Circle members.
Two ways to join the Research Circle — both free
Jump into the WhatsApp group for live peer discussion, or register by email to receive session joining links and materials. You are welcome to do both.
Join the group and start a conversation
A space for researchers and scholars to discuss research queries, exchange ideas, explore collaborations and learn from one another.
Join the WhatsApp group ->A few simple group norms
- Keep communication respectful and professional; avoid spam and promotions.
- Follow ethical research practices and respect confidentiality and intellectual property.
- Verify before forwarding, and never share confidential, unpublished or sensitive data.
- Ask your questions freely — that is exactly what the group is for.
This is a peer-learning community. Please share the group with genuine researchers, scholars and learners known to you.
Prefer email updates? Register below
Register once and you will receive joining links, session updates and materials for upcoming free sessions by email and WhatsApp.
Dr. Sagar S. Tanna
Assistant Professor in Marketing at an NBA-accredited MBA college (10+ years of teaching experience), Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship, UGC-NET qualified academic, NPTEL Domain Scholar in Marketing, and published author in Scopus and Web of Science indexed outlets.