In-Press Publication
nounPronunciation: /ɪn prɛs ˌpʌbləˈkeɪʃən/
The stage where a manuscript has been accepted and typeset but has not yet been assigned a final volume and issue number or publication date. Articles in this stage are typically citable with a DOI but appear ahead of formal journal issue release.
Plain English
A published article that is online but not yet assigned to a specific journal issue.
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Usage
"The article was available as in-press publication two months before appearing in the formal journal issue."
Style guide notes: Use 'in-press' with hyphenation; specify DOI in citations of in-press articles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are in-press articles citable?
Yes, in-press articles are citable using their assigned DOI before formal issue publication.
When do in-press articles move to a formal issue?
Timing varies by journal, typically within 1-6 months of online posting.
Why Test Candidates on This?
Important for understanding modern publication workflows and article citation practices.
Required skill level: Junior