Create better science, together
The Stacks frees researchers to collaboratively publish peer-reviewed science.
More credible and trustworthy peer review
Scientists learn best when we bring our expertise together. That’s why we created a modern scientific journal built for collaboration. We bring together researchers to peer review and publish their science as a community, without outdated and burdensome processes.
Constructive
Each submission is reviewed by a community of reviewers (six on average), who work together to discuss the science and share their feedback.
Transparent
Peer reviews are posted with articles, along with a clear summary of reviewer feedback. You can also view the code and data used in the research.
Streamlined
Submit your article without worrying about formatting. Get clear feedback from reviewers, who align their comments in a single document.
Open Access
Make the biggest impact by freely sharing your work. No paywalls, ever.
PRICING
INDIVIDUALS
1 year unlimited publishing
1 first author
$199
LABS & TEAMS
1 year unlimited publishing
up to 10 first authors
$550
SOCIETIES, WORKING GROUPS, ORGANIZATIONS
More than 10 first authors? Custom journal?
Let’s talk further
$1250
“The Stacks is motivating and exciting. Instead of complaining about peer review, we can advocate for a process that empowers scientists, enhances critical thinking and conversation, and creates better end products.”
- Dr. Katie Moriarty
“I am really excited to be part of The Stacks, fostering a collaborative environment to improve the peer review process and increase access to scientific literature.”
- Dr. Sean Matthews
The
Stacks
Other
Journals
Indexed articles with DOIs
Peer review with more than 2 reviewers
Transparent review
Always double-blind to reduce bias
Multiple article formats to fit your needs
Unlimited publishing with an annual membership
ARTICLES
The first articles are in peer review
The first submissions are currently in peer review.
Check back soon for all published articles, which will be 100% open access and indexed in scholarly databases.
HOW OUR PEER REVIEW WORKS
Collaborative peer review you can trust
The Stacks gathers a community of vetted, published researchers with expertise in your field and methods.
Every article is reviewed by a community of experts in the field to improve the manuscript and create the best science.
Reviewers collaborate in one shared document to discuss and align their feedback.
Reviewers respond to others’ comments, add suggestions, and work together as a community to offer productive, helpful ideas – all in a double-blind way.
Reviewers vote on publication.
If more than 70% agree the article should be published, it is. If they vote to send the article back for revisions, there is only one round of revisions. The entire process can take as few as 4 weeks.
Articles are published with transparent reviews.
You can see all the reviewers’ feedback, their names, and what percentage voted to approve the article for publication.
Reviewers can opt-in to be listed as collaborators on published articles so they get recognition for their contributions.
Learn more about our Publishing Policies and Instructions to Authors.
WHO IS IT FOR?
The Stacks is for individual researchers and their communities
University researchers
Collaborate with your colleagues to improve your science, share results, and advance your field.
Societies
Offer your members a publishing platform that sparks new dialogue and collaborations.
Working groups
Share the findings from your research collaboration, including short 2-pagers, null results, and data sets.
Organizations
Easily create a credible online journal to share your research and advance your mission.
CONNECT WITH YOUR COLLEAGUES
See the latest research and grow your field with a free monthly newsletter
Researchers create better science when we come together, so we’re making it easy for you to connect with your research community in any field — big or small.
Join your colleagues in The Stacks and receive a free monthly newsletter with:
- the latest peer-reviewed research
- questions and answers with your colleagues
- new opportunities for collaboration
ABOUT US
Meet the scientist behind The Stacks
Hi, I’m Dr. David Green. Over the course of my 15-year career in wildlife conservation, I learned that collaboration with other scientists makes the best science, the most learning, and the biggest growth. I believe scientists will make the largest impact when we’re free to come together to peer review and publish our work.
Join us as we put scientists back at the center of publishing.
CONTACT US
Questions?
Send us a message and we’ll be in touch.