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Scientific Style and Format, Eighth Edition, now available

April 28th, 2014

The University of Chicago Press and the Council of Science Editors announce the publication of Scientific Style and Format, The CSE Manual for Authors, Editors, and Publishers, Eighth Edition. The most recognized, authoritative reference source on scientific editorial style and publishing practices for authors, editors, publishers, students, and translators will also be available as an online reference for the first time in the publication's history. The official publication date is May 1, 2014.

"We are pleased to partner with the Council of Scientific Editors to bring the 8th edition of Scientific Style and Format out in a new online format," said Garrett Kiely, director of the University of Chicago Press. "We've had a terrific response to The Chicago Manual of Style Online from our subscribers, and trust SSF users will be thrilled with the added functionality that the digital reference provides."

The eighth edition has a number of important changes including:

A revised citation system
Up-to-date coverage of technologies related to both scientific research methods and publishing practices
Updated discussion of plagiarism and other aspects of academic integrity
Full coverage of Creative Commons and other developments in copyright law
Changes in stylistic recommendations that are consistent with the recommendations of authoritative international bodies

"An integral part of our mission is to help editors navigate the continually changing terrain of scientific style," said Tim Cross, incoming president of the Council of Science Editors. "We're excited to offer the latest edition of a definitive resource that has done this for over 50 years."

Scientific Style and Format is available wherever books are sold in a beautiful hardcover edition for $70.00 Scientific Style and Format Online is available as an annual subscription for $50.00. Discounts are available on print and online bundle purchases available at checkout. Go to http://www.scientificstyleandformat.org for more information about pricing, features, or to sign up for a free 30-day trial.

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