User interface model for scientific publications

Abstract

The dissemination of scientific knowledge has evolved over the centuries from handwritten to digital documents available for consultation online. Even if it primarily relies on digital media, academic publishing still generally adheres to its historical paper-based style - where static content is presented in the ready- to-print letter format. This paper addresses the work in progress on creating a scientific publication model in hypermedia focused on the User Experience design. In this way, it reflects new ways of presenting scientific content as more interactive and engaging, using multimedia features, such as video, audio, 3D animated images or interactive infographics.