The evolving preprint landscape
Introductory report for the Knowledge Exchange working group on preprints.
Based on contributions from the Knowledge Exchange Preprints Advisory Group (see page 12) and edited by Jonathan Tennant (jon.tennant.2@gmail.com).
- Introduction
1.1. A brief history of preprints
1.2. What is a preprint?
1.3 Benefits of using preprints
1.4. Current state of preprints
1.4.1. The recent explosion of preprint platforms and services
- Recent policy developments
- Trends and future predictions
3.1. Overlay journals and services
3.2. Global expansion
3.3. Research on preprints
3.4. Community development
- Gaps in the present system
- Main stakeholder groups
- Business and funding models
Acknowledgements
References