Preprint Server Posting
nounPronunciation: /ˈpriːprɪnt ˈsɜrvər ˈpoʊstɪŋ/
The practice of making a manuscript publicly available on online platforms such as arXiv, bioRxiv, or medRxiv before formal peer review and publication in a journal. This allows rapid dissemination of research findings while the formal review process is ongoing.
Plain English
Sharing a research paper online before it has been reviewed and officially published by a journal.
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Usage
"The research team deposited their manuscript on bioRxiv as preprint server posting while awaiting peer review decisions."
Style guide notes: Distinguish between preprint versions and peer-reviewed versions in citations and references.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit a preprint and then submit the same work to a journal?
Most journals allow this, considering preprints as preliminary non-peer-reviewed versions of work.
Do preprints have DOIs and citation counts?
Yes, preprint servers assign DOIs, enabling tracking of citations and impact.
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