John Wiley and Sons Inc. announced today that it has been selected by
the Ecological Society of America (ESA) as its publishing partner for
its distinguished portfolio of scholarly journals in ecology. With over
10,000 members globally, the ESA is one of the largest and most highly
regarded professional organizations for researchers and scientists
working across the ecological sciences.
Beginning in January 2016, Wiley will assume publishing responsibility
for ESA’s diverse portfolio of publications which include its flagship
title, Ecology, and top-ranked journals, Ecological
Monographs, Ecological Applications and Frontiers in Ecology
and the Environment, as well as its premier Open Access
publications, Ecosphere and Ecosystem Health
and Sustainability. Wiley will also publish the Society’s
newsletter, The Bulletin of the Ecological Society of America, which
will be freely available on Wiley Online Library.
Founded in 1915, the ESA has been an influential leader in disseminating
knowledge and promoting awareness of the ecological sciences among
researchers, policy makers, and the broader community for 100 years. In
keeping with the ESA’s mission, the partnership will expand the global
reach and visibility of the ESA publications, and provide an enhanced
digital presence and exciting new services for ESA members, authors,
readers, and editors.
“On the occasion of our 100th anniversary, we welcome this
new publishing partnership,” said ESA President, Dr. David W. Inouye.
“Wiley’s extensive experience with scientific publishing and marketing,
as well as its resources for digital publishing, will improve the
publication process for our authors, members and subscribers.”
“Wiley is truly honored to be selected as ESA’s publishing partner,”
said Colette E. Bean, Vice President and Society Director for the US,
Wiley. “The ESA has a strong reputation for quality and publishing
excellence, and their portfolio of journals represents some of the
highest caliber, most cutting edge work in the field. We look forward to
working with the ESA to further advance knowledge and stewardship of
ecological systems around the world.”
About Wiley
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improve outcomes in the areas of research, professional training and
practice, and education. Through the Research segment, the Company
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management services and course management tools.
About ESA
The Ecological Society of America (ESA),
founded in 1915, is the world’s largest community of professional
ecologists and a trusted source of ecological knowledge, committed to
advancing the understanding of life on Earth. The 10,000 member Society
publishes six journals and
a membership bulletin and broadly shares ecological information through
policy, media outreach, and education initiatives. The Society’s Annual
Meeting attracts 4,000 attendees and features the most recent
advances in ecological science. Visit the ESA website at http://www.esa.org.
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