Editorial
Peer Reviewed Open Access Academic Journals Versus Conventional Paper Based Formats–What’s the Difference?
Advanced Education in Implant Dentistry, New York University, USA
Received Date: July 30, 2018; Published Date: November 26, 2018
Abstract
Congratulations to Iris Publishers on the release of the inaugural issue of the Online Journal of Dentistry & Oral Health. Open access research outputs have generated considerable discussion in recent years amongst the academic community due to the significant differences to conventional paper-based academic journals. Those in favor of the conventional formats argue that the paper-based journals have a greater tendency to be read, as hard (and soft) copies are regularly received by subscribers as well as libraries and academic institutions. Furthermore, they traditionally have higher impact factors as a result of these journals being around for several years and their regular base of subscribers.
