Scientific publishing culture among graduate students at a Peruvian public university

Vidaurre-Rojas P.; Arévalo-Cueva O.A.; Muñoz-Ocas A.; Fasanando-García S.W.; Pezo-Carmelo E. · Iberoamerican Journal of Science Measurement and Communication (2026) · DOI: 10.47909/ijsmc.351

Resumen

Objective. This study evaluated the level of scientific publication culture among graduate students at a Peruvian public university. Design/Methodology/Approach. A quantitative, descriptive-comparative, cross-sectional study was conducted. The sample population comprised 220 master’s and doctoral students, who were selected through a method of simple random probability sampling. The data collection process was executed through the implementation of a structured questionnaire, which was meticulously designed to encompass four distinct dimensions: the perception of the significance of scientific publication, the awareness of scientific publication, the available institutional resources and support, and the attitude toward scientific publication. The data were then subjected to a thorough analysis utilizing both descriptive and inferential statistics, including the chi-square test. Results/Discussion. The study revealed a predominance of a low level of scientific publication culture among graduate students. The dimension of institutional resources and support demonstrated the most significant deficiencies, while the perception of the importance of scientific publication and the attitudes toward it exhibited comparatively more favorable levels. Furthermore, a statistically significant association was identified between sex and the culture of scientific publishing. However, no significant associations were identified between age, the type of graduate program, whether it was the student’s first graduate program, and academic degree. The findings indicate that the observed limitations are predominantly attributable to institutional and educational factors, rather than to the students’ individual characteristics. Conclusions. The culture of scientific publication was found to be deficient among the study population, particularly with regard to institutional support resources and mechanisms. To promote greater student participation in the production and dissemination of scientific knowledge, it is necessary to strengthen scientific communication skills, academic mentoring, and incentives for publication. Originality/Value. This study is among the first to employ a quantitative approach to analyzing the culture of scientific publication among graduate students at a Peruvian public university. The findings of the study provide useful information for designing institutional strategies aimed at strengthening research and scientific dissemination.

Instituciones: Universidad Nacional de San Martín