The Encyclopedia of the History of Science

Aims & Scope

The Encyclopedia of the History of Science (ETHOS) is a new collaborative initiative, publishing open-access, peer-reviewed articles in the history of science and technology. All articles focus on a single topic in the field, presenting an interpretive overview of the subject while also surveying relevant published literature. Articles shall quickly and authoritatively orient readers to the important information about an entry as well as to the relevant scholarship on the topic. Articles shall typically synthesize and interpret existing research rather than presenting new material. Authors shall write so that articles can be understood by educated non-experts yet appreciated by experts in relevant fields. Articles shall remain neutral in tone even (perhaps especially) if the author is involved with any of the scholarly debates; all articles shall present the basic contours of scholarly disagreements and direct readers to the appropriate sources to learn more. Where appropriate, articles shall also note relevant online resources as well as link to other topics already published.

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