Preprints are versions of scholarly papers that are shared publicly before undergoing formal peer review and publication in a journal. Preprints allow scholars to share research quickly, increasing visibility and citations while developing research priorities. They offer open access to findings, invite early feedback, and foster collaboration.
Contemplating sharing your future publication as a preprint? Consider your intent to publish, your intellectual property rights, and review journal policies in Sherpa Romeo.
Looking for more preprint options? Browse this list:
Install any of these as Google Chrome browser extensions or in Firefox. When you find an article blocked by a paywall, use one of these tools to search for an OA version. Read an article evaluating some of these options.
Azadbakht, E., & Schultz, T. (2020). At the Click of a Button: Assessing the User Experience of Open Access Finding Tools. Information Technology and Libraries, 39(2). https://doi.org/10.6017/ital.v39i2.12041