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Introduction

The advent of the Internet has brought about a significant revolution in the world of scholarship [1]. Traditional modes of academic research, publication, and dissemination have undergone profound transformations with the proliferation of digital technologies [2]. This article aims to explore the co-evolution of technologies, institutions, and workflows in the digital revolution of scholarship, shedding light on the ways in which the Internet has reshaped the academic landscape [3]. The Internet has acted as a catalyst, driving innovation and transforming scholarly practices. It has provided researchers with access to vast repositories of information, facilitating efficient literature searches and enabling interdisciplinary collaborations. The emergence of online databases, digital libraries, and open-access platforms has democratized access to knowledge, transcending traditional barriers of geography and cost. Scholars can now disseminate their work globally and reach broader audiences, fostering a more inclusive and interconnected academic community [4].

The digital revolution has necessitated the co-evolution of technologies and institutions [5]. Academic institutions have adapted to the digital age by developing infrastructure, policies, and support systems to accommodate new modes of research, publishing, and communication. Libraries have transformed from physical repositories to digital gateways, providing online access to journals, e-books, and multimedia resources. Funding agencies and publishers have embraced open science initiatives, promoting transparency, reproducibility, and data sharing [6].

Discussion

The digital revolution has profoundly influenced scholarly workflows and practices. Researchers now employ digital tools and software for data collection, analysis, and visualization [7]. Advanced computational methods, such as data mining and machine learning, have revolutionized data-driven research across various disciplines. Additionally, cloud computing and high-performance computing resources have enabled the handling of large datasets and complex simulations [8]. Scholars are increasingly adopting collaborative online platforms, social media, and preprint servers to share preliminary findings, receive feedback, and engage in scholarly discussions, fostering a dynamic and interactive research ecosystem. While the digital revolution has brought numerous opportunities, it also presents challenges. Issues related to data privacy, information overload, and the credibility of online sources need to be addressed. Furthermore, the digital divide and disparities in access to technology and connectivity pose barriers to inclusivity in scholarship [9]. Additionally, the rapid pace of technological advancements necessitates continuous learning and adaptation among scholars and institutions [10].

Conclusion

The digital revolution in scholarship has fundamentally transformed the way research is conducted, published, and disseminated. It has reshaped academic institutions, workflows, and collaborations, leading to increased accessibility, efficiency, and interdisciplinary interactions. Understanding the co-evolution of technologies, institutions, and workflows in the Internet age is crucial for researchers, institutions, and policymakers to harness the full potential of digital advancements and address the challenges that arise. Embracing the opportunities offered by the digital revolution while ensuring inclusivity and ethical practices will shape the future of scholarship in an increasingly interconnected world. However, these threats and the possible solutions are quite under-investigated from a scientific point of view. This study contributes to the debate about the assessment of the impact of current changes in the scholarly system, highlighting both the opportunities and threats brought by the ICTs’ innovations to the scholarly publishing system. On one hand it underlines that, even if the development of such innovations could have benefited smaller and de-centralized players, the traditional big players are grown bigger in the last years employing a strategy of concentration in order to increase their importance in the publishing market and protect themselves against the risks of digitalization and the related increase of open access players.

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