Can We Apply Pomodoro Technique in Academic Publishing?

Abstract

Background: Academic publishing and manuscript preparation, submission, and appropriate revision can be difficult tasks. Breaking a task such as academic writing or manuscript preparation into manageable segments can allow the author to concentrate more fully on the task at hand and complete the academic or scientific project on time. Aims and Objectives: We explore the role of “Pomodoro” technique: a time-management technique in academic writing. Materials and Methods: A literature search was conducted to explore the origin of the “Pomodoro” time management technique and its applicability in academic writing or manuscript preparation. Results: Currently there are no defined publications exploring the role of “Pomodoro” technique in academic publishing. However the “Pomodoro” time management technique can have applicability in academic publishing and manuscript preparation. Conclusion: “Pomodoro” time management technique can help break the manuscript preparation and research project in manageable segments. It can have applications in planning, data analysis, editing and revising of academic publications and manuscript preparation.