Author Byline
nounPronunciation: /ˈɔːθər ˈbaɪˌlaɪn/
The official listing of author names, affiliations, and contributions published with an article to establish authorship and institutional attribution. It appears prominently on the article's title page and metadata.
Plain English
The names and institutional information shown as authors of a published article.
Etymology & History
Usage
"The author byline must accurately reflect all contributors and their current institutional affiliations."
Style guide notes: Format follows journal-specific conventions; check journal guidelines for name ordering and affiliation format.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What information goes in an author byline?
Names, current institution, department, country, and email contact information.
Can author order in byline be changed?
Only with all authors' written approval and updated contributor statements.
Why Test Candidates on This?
Critical for citation accuracy, institutional reporting, and research integrity practices.
Required skill level: Junior