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CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 · Indian J Radiol Imaging 2025; 35(S 01): S2-S8
DOI: 10.1055/s-0044-1800865
Research and Publications: Evolution and Principles
Review Article

Historiography of Scientific Publishing across Cultures and Disciplines

Bharat Hosur 
1   Department of Radiodiagnosis, Armed Forces Medical College, Pune, India
,
Manjul Tripathi 
2   Department of Neurosurgery, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
,
Sameer Vyas 
3   Department of Radiodiagnosis, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
,
Sikandar Shaikh 
4   Department of Radiology, Shadan Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad, India
,
Chirag K. Ahuja 
3   Department of Radiodiagnosis, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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Abstract

Historiography is a vital perspective of our scientific literature that charts the evolution of scientific publishing, from its early origins to the present status. The key transformations including the shift from a limited self-published legacy to specialized and professional peer-reviewed journals, the impact of technological advancements, and the emergence of new profitable business models are learning points for the future course and couture. Science is pursued and persevered by real humans in social and cultural contexts and not in isolation of laboratories or clinics. Survival of the impartial pure scientific bent of mind and its translation into tangible works has not been easy through the turmoil of various forms of force majeure. The lack of gender parity and even its divergence in some ways was palpable in the discourse of scientific research. Despite that, when provided with a common platform with comparable impact factors and rates of publications, gender inequality seems to vanish and equivalence in academia is discernible. The roles of authors, publishers, and readers have also evolved chronologically, adapting to the influence of cultural and disciplinary factors through the ages. The challenges of predatory publishing, open access, plagiarism, and data capitalization are also growing alongside. Ultimately, understanding the historical context and persistence of the predecessors in the course of scientific publishing can enhance modern scientific research and communication.

Keywords

scientific publication - peer review - scientist - revolution - open access - digital publishing - scholarly communication


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Article published online:
09 January 2025

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