The mutant journal: how adaptations to online forces are forcing STM journals to mutate

Author: Anderson, Kent

Source: Learned Publishing, Volume 14, Number 1, 1 January 2001 , pp. 15-22(8)

Publisher: Association of Learned and Professional Society Publishers

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Abstract:

Journals treat information in a peculiar manner. Now, online publishing is forcing rapid mutation of the journal's inherently volatile genetic code. This paper proposes a sequence of mutation, and discusses the evolutionary forces at work and how publishers can themselves adapt when faced with mutant journals.

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Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1087/09531510125100223

Affiliations: 1: Director, Division of Medical Journals & Professional Periodicals, American Academy of Pediatrics

Publication date: 2001-01-01

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