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Special issues: The roles of special issues in scholarly communication in a changing publishing landscape

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This paper aims to enhance the understanding of the role of special issues in the evolving landscape of academic publishing, offering insights for publishers, editors, guest editors, and researchers, including how new technologies influence transparency in publishing processes, open access models, and metrics for success. Based upon original analysis, the paper also discusses the importance of special issues and opportunities to support diversity, equity, and inclusivity in special issue publishing programs. The goal is to contribute to the discussion of maintaining research integrity through special issues, acknowledging their significance in scholarly communication, while offering suggestions for the future.

Source: Learned Publishing

DOI: 10.1002/leap.1635

Authors: Robyn M. Gleasner, Akshay Sood

Institutions: University of New Mexico, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center

Language: English

Topic: Publishing and Scholarly Communication

Subfield: History and Philosophy of Science

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,240

Funders: National Institutes of Health, National Institute of General Medical Sciences