From Information to Coordination
In this video from a U.S. State Department presentation, Clay Shirky explains how the Internet has gone from a “source of information” to a “site of coordination” — the fifth historical revolution in communications.
The Tip of an Iceberg?
The Bentham experiment suggests that a poorly managed payment system may be the root of a larger problem emerging in academic publishing.
Chaos Journal Preparing to Close Shop?
No new editor, a submission stop, and an announcement to authors to select another journal. As if this weren’t enough, the backlog of unpublished manuscripts is being cleared at an unprecedented rate.
Social Networking – Tips, Tricks, and Talent
When a group of publishers sits down to discuss social networking, there are many insights to be had.
Two Thoughts After the SSP Annual Meeting
Two long thoughts after the SSP Annual Meeting — about whether science is truly salvation, and reflecting on why non-expert information can be vital to an accurate scholarly record.
Now On the Horizon: Start-ups and Apps That Can Change Your World
New applications are coming out to help scholars, librarians, and STM publishers reach their missions and audiences. But how do they stack up?
Recharging the Batteries
A session with Geoff Bilder recharged some batteries, both actually and metaphorically.
Adam Bly’s Keynote
Adam Bly’s keynote exhorts us to embrace a digital future of collaboration and multidisciplinary science. And a few announcements.
The Real-Time Web Emerges
The “Now Web” has emerged as a major alternative for users. Google is watching it, and you should be, too.
“Star Trek” Bashed as “Fun, Watchable”
“The Onion” continues to skewer many things scholarly publishers probably like, including President Obama and “Star Trek.” Join us for a few Friday laughs.
Back to the Future: The On-line Scientific Journal
“I have seen the future, and it doesn’t work.” — John Senders, pioneer of the electronic journal
A World of Digital Docents
Untangling the functions of curators and docents raises an interesting set of questions for STM publishers — about ownership, value, and the future.
Researching Social Media
Should a federal agency start funding research into social networks? It might be the greatest idea since DARPA.
Chaos Plays Catch-up
An embattled math journal resumes publishing without its editor. Is this journal preparing to close shop?
USPS = Spam in Meatspace
We often don’t think about the USPS as a vulnerable business entity, but a closer inspection shows that it’s another US business from a bygone era. Will its troubles push publishers to drop print?