Preprint Disclosure Protocol
nounPronunciation: /ˈpriːprɪnt dɪsˈkloʊʒər ˈproʊtəˌkɔːl/
The established procedures requiring authors to inform journals about prior or simultaneous preprint posting of their manuscript, ensuring transparency in publication history and preventing duplicate publication disputes. These protocols clarify journal policies on preprint acceptability and conditions for published versions.
Plain English
Rules requiring authors to tell journals if they've posted their manuscript on preprint servers before or during submission.
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Usage
"The journal's preprint disclosure protocol requires authors to declare arXiv postings within submission forms."
Style guide notes: Lowercase unless starting sentence; distinguish from duplicate publication and embargo policies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Must authors disclose all preprint platforms?
Yes, authors should report all preprint servers including arXiv, bioRxiv, and disciplinary repositories.
Can journals reject papers with disclosed preprints?
Policies vary; many journals accept preprinted articles, but some have restrictions on prior posting.
Why Test Candidates on This?
Essential for evaluating modern publication ethics and open science compliance practices.
Required skill level: Mid