‘Publish’ or ‘Perish’ in Academia: For the Better or for the Worse?
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GS Spark: Journal of Applied Academic Discourse, Volume 4, Issue 1, June 2026, -
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ABSTRACT
The “Publish or Perish” culture in the higher education arena is a relatively new desired phenomenon for academicians. This study explores how ‘Publish’ or ‘Perish’ influenced culture affects academic stress levels, career advancement, and research practices for those working in higher education in general in Nepal and around the world. This research adopts a qualitative methodology rooted in an exploratory case study, accompanied by a survey through Google Form with 14 participants and 2 in-depth interviews in one of the renowned universities of Nepal. Data were collected during the month of July 2025, using purposive sampling from early career researchers, PhD students, Junior faculty, and senior faculty. Thematic analysis was conducted to identify four findings: a) building academic excellence, b) the human cost, c) the pressure paradox, and d) toward a more humane academic future. The findings concluded that publication metrics often compromise research quality over quantity while affecting the mental health of researchers. Consequently, institutions must work collectively to create environments that reward quality scholarship, support researchers' well-being, and recognize diverse forms of academic contribution.
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