The order of author names listed on the title page of a published manuscript still plays an important role in modern academia. It is generally understood that author names are listed in descending order of contribution to the work. Although this has long been the case, like other traditions, it is important to consider how it functions today.
In the 161 years since Charles Darwin published the first edition of his seminal “On the Origin of Species”, it has proven to be one of the most important scientific books ever written. As a testament to its significance in our modern understanding of biology, it is still providing valuable insights today.
The growth of predatory journals and predatory publishers has raised significant concern among scientists. Outrage over journals that will publish any manuscript for a fee led some scientists to list predatory journals in an effort to warn other scientists.
While life has established a firm grip on the dry surface of our planet, this was not always the case. Early in the history of life on Earth, life was only found in the oceans. Just how life moved from the oceans to land has captivated scientists for generations.
