Analysis of Chinese academic publishing model based on"preprint+open review"
[Purposes]To meet the scientific community's demand for openness and transparency in research,this study explores an academic publishing model that integrates preprints and open review.[Methods]Addressing current issues in academic publishing as the foundation,we examined the relationship between preprints,open review,and academic publishing.We discussed the theoretical and practical feasibility of combining preprints with open review.Based on this,we proposed and outlined the"preprint+open review"model,explaining its main concepts and operational mechanisms in terms of publishing processes,participant roles,core attributes,and functional values.[Findings]Tailored to China's national conditions,we suggest practical strategies for implementing the"preprint+open review"model:promoting a shift in the participant mindsets,gradually disclosing all content,fostering collaboration between academic journals and existing preprint platforms,and refining supportive regulatory frameworks.[Conclusions]The study offers insights to reform China's academic publishing model.