Introduction Peer review stands as the cornerstone of academic publishing. It’s the gatekeeper, the quality control mechanism that (well, ideally) separates sound scholarship from the dubious or flawed. Yet, despite its importance, the process is plagued by challenges: sluggish turnaround times, a lack of transparency, the administrative burden on journals, and the ever-present problem of … Read more
Introduction When most people hear “blockchain,” they think of crypto bros, Silicon Valley startups, or digital gold rushes. But the potential goes far beyond finance. In publishing, blockchain provides practical tools, including smarter licensing, faster royalty payments, clearer contracts, and a means to build trust in a digital-first world. Still, despite all the talk, blockchain … Read more
Introduction Definition and Basic Concepts of Blockchain Technology Blockchain technology is a decentralized digital ledger that securely records transactions across many computers. This innovative system ensures that the recorded data cannot be altered retroactively without the alteration of all subsequent blocks, requiring consensus from the network. At its core, blockchain operates on principles of transparency, … Read more
Introduction The write-up discusses blockchain in scholarly publishing. Blockchain technology is revolutionizing many industries, and academic publishing is not spared. But what exactly is blockchain, and how might it impact the storied traditions of academic publishing? At its core, blockchain is a digital ledger, decentralized and tamper-proof, which records transactions across many computers. This means … Read more