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Professors Nick Berente from the University of Notre Dame and Jan Recker from the University of Hamburg talk about current and persistent topics in information systems research, a field that explores how digital technologies change business and society. You can find papers and other materials we discuss in each episode at www.janrecker.com/this-is-research-podcast/.

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Does Nick really know what he is talking about? Time to find out. We play a trivia quiz with fifteen questions about information systems research. Nick has an audience joker, a telephone joker, and a 50:50 joker -and he needs all of them to make it t... more

Journals play an important role for academics. They disseminate new knowledge and separate good from bad research. They also signal competencies, reputation, and standing. Publishing in certain journals often means your work is more rigorous. It may ... more

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Let's say we are unethical people, trying to get ahead in academia and gain accolades for the sake of promotion and income and so forth. In an age where artificial intelligence and LLMs are entering the academic enterprise, has "cheating" changed? Ar... more

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In 2026, everything is different. AI is scaling both research and publishing productivity. Impact factors no longer matter. Big name journal publishers launch offspring journals with little credentials other than the brand. How should we make sense o... more

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Recent Guests

Stefan Seidel
Researcher with experience in blockchain regulation.
Episode: Doing research on prime ministers
Marta Stelmaszak
Researcher focusing on data and its implications for innovation.
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Young Jin Yu
Professor and qualitative researcher, exploring the nuances of technology and society
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Episode: The great debate
Jacqueline Corbett
Professor at the University of Laval and president of SIGGreen
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Episode: Are digital technologies helping to green our planet?
Monideepa Tarafdar
Editor-in-Chief of JAIS
Journal of the Association for Information Systems
Episode: Let's all cheer for the Journal of the Association for Information Systems
Kalle Littinen
A prolific scholar discussing the history of information systems.
Case Western Reserve University
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Paul Leonardi
A brilliant scholar who discusses qualitative research methodologies.
California
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Jonny Holmström
Director at the Swedish Center for Digital Innovation
Umeå University
Episode: What do practitioners want from us?
Izak Benbasat
Notable researcher in Information Systems and past contributor to MIS Quarterly
University of British Columbia
Episode: Have we lost our ability to create big impact?

Hosts

Nick Berente
Co-host and Professor at the University of Notre Dame, engaged in discussion of information systems research with a focus on academic integrity and the ethical implications of technology.
Jan Recker
Co-host and Professor at the University of Hamburg, focusing on information systems research and methodologies within the context of technological advancements.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 152 ratings
  • Hope Koch

    Excellent- thank you for doing this podcast, I have required several episodes in my Ph D seminar

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hope Koch- Baylor
    United States6 months ago
  • Awesome resource for IS researchers

    Highly recommended listening for Information Systems (IS) researchers to stay in touch with the latest developments in the discipline. 🥳

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    blairw2500
    Australia4 years ago
  • Cool

    It is pretty cool these guys are doing this. I appreciate them giving it a go.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eric walden
    United States5 years ago
  • Fascinating insights

    I’m new to the podcast. Came across it via a tweet by Nick. I’m thoroughly enjoying the exchanges, very enriching. The field of IS needs more of these types of discussions. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @pitsotsibs
    South Africa5 years ago

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Do you prefer a prestigious or a rigorous journal?
Q: What is the role of editorial governance in journal quality?
Editorial governance, ongoing editor-in-chief leadership, and a structured governance committee that regularly evaluates editors are highlighted as key to maintaining strong processes and consistent quality across time.
Do you prefer a prestigious or a rigorous journal?
Q: What criteria do you use to evaluate whether a journal is well-run?
A practical framework was proposed: look at review feedback quality, speed and predictability, editorial board seniority, and the journal's range of acceptable topics, then score journals across these dimensions to form a composite sense of quality beyond prestige.
Ask us anything - Part Two
Q: How can I avoid falling into the trap of advice that sounds lofty?
Check the relevance of the advice based on the speaker's career path and the timeliness of their success.
Ask us anything - Part Two
Q: How should junior scholars approach community building?
Junior scholars should engage in community building, find like-minded people, and surround themselves with those interested in their research topics for collaboration and valuable feedback.
Ask us anything – Part one
Q: What would you recommend a new assistant professor to focus on in the first 100 days?
To build a plan for their portfolio and get to know their faculty colleagues well.

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Focusing on pressing issues in information systems research, discussions center around the implications of digital technologies on business practices and societal transformations. Topics explored include generative AI's role in academia, the ethics of data usage, research methodologies, and the importance of transparency in journal publishing. Unique dialogues often feature the hosts' reflections on their academic experiences while engaging with notable guest experts, who contribute insights on emerging trends and challenges in the field. This creates a blend of scholarly discourse and practical relevance, making it particularly valuable for researchers, academics, and industry professionals alike.

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