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How Journals Work: A Systems-Based Framework for Understanding Scholarly Publishing

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Scholarly journals are often judged by prestige or impact, yet these signals reveal little about how journals actually function. The Journal Systems Framework offers a systems-based way to understand differences in editorial intent, capacity, infrastructure, and governance—helping authors, editors, and institutions move beyond simplistic labels toward clearer, more informed conversations about publishing.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18037408

Author: Nicoll, Leslie

Language: English

Topic: Publishing and Scholarly Communication

Subfield: History and Philosophy of Science

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7124161252

FWCI: 8.885

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