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In academic publishing, a scientific journal is a periodical publication designed to further the progress of science by disseminating new research findings to the scientific community.[1] These journals serve as a platform for researchers, scholars, and scientists to share their latest discoveries, insights, and methodologies across a multitude of scientific disciplines. Unlike professional or trade magazines, the articles are mostly written by scientists rather than staff writers employed by the journal. Scientific journals are characterized by their rigorous peer review process, which aims to ensure the validity, reliability, and quality of the published content.[1][2] In peer review, submitted articles are reviewed by active scientists (peers) to ensure scientific rigor. With origins dating back to the 17th century, the publication of scientific journals has evolved significantly, advancing scientific knowledge, fostering academic discourse, and facilitating collaboration within the scientific community.[3][4]
As of 2012[update], it is estimated that over 28,100 active scientific journals are in publication, with scopes ranging from the general sciences, as seen in journals like Science and Nature, to highly specialized fields.[2][3] These journals publish a variety of articles including original research, review articles, and perspectives, each serving distinct purposes in academia. The advent of electronic publishing has made scientific journals more accessible and efficient, and reduced costs.[5][obsolete source]
Scientific journals also play a role in keeping researchers informed about the latest developments in their field, supporting the integrity of research through reproducibility and replicability,[6] and influencing the direction of future research endeavors.
- ^ a b "What Are Scientific Journals?". American Psychological Association. September 2017. Archived from the original on September 23, 2021. Retrieved 2023-01-26.
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