Please welcome our first Academic Editor-in-Chief
2008
Welcome Our First Academic Editor-in-Chief
Editorial
Author Information
Author(s): Theodora Bloom, Jami Dantzker, Christine Ferguson, Liza Gross, Catriona MacCallum, Mark Shields, Robert Weaver, Janelle Whiteman, Elizabeth Whiteman
Primary Institution: PLoS Biology
Conclusion
Jonathan Eisen has been appointed as the first Academic Editor-in-Chief of PLoS Biology to enhance the journal's relationship with the academic community.
Supporting Evidence
- PLoS Biology was launched in 2003 as an open-access alternative to subscription journals.
- The journal has a unique editorial model that encourages participation from the Editorial Board.
- Jonathan Eisen is a strong advocate for open access and has agreed to take on the role of Academic Editor-in-Chief.
Takeaway
PLoS Biology has a new leader to help improve the journal and support open access in science.
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