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Interested in sharing your research before formal publication? This introductory workshop will explore what preprints are, why they matter, and how researchers can use them to increase visibility and accelerate scholarly communication. It will cover practical tips for sharing preprints and discuss benefits and challenges.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the workshop you will be able to

• Describe what a preprint is and how it fits into the research publishing lifecycle.
• Identify trusted preprint servers relevant to your discipline.
• Apply a set of practical criteria to decide when and where to share a preprint.
• Recognize the potential benefits and challenges of preprint publishing. 

Target audience

ECRs from all disciplines, broadly encompassing research assistants, postdoctoral researchers and research fellows at grades 6-8.

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By: Alexander Aghajanian
Last updated: Tuesday, 21 October 2025