How Much Does It Cost to Sell Authorship of a Scientific Paper?

In summary, a scientific paper can be sold for a price range from $0 to $10000. If the paper is good and has the author's name on it, the price is worth more. Selling the paper would defeat the purpose of science. Literary agents can help guide a scientist in the right direction if they are interested in selling their work.
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I'm about to sell a scientific paper (give authorship to another person), publishable to a moderately high impact factor journal. What would be the price range?

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I'd love to read it. But I guess that would defeat the purpose of selling it.

If it we me, having my name on it would be payment enough.
 
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Sell a scientific paper? That kind of defeats the purpose of science doesn't it?
And I kind of doubt that anybody will give you money for it. You should be honored to give it away for free...
 
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Wow, selling authorship? That's some great scientific integrity there. :rolleyes:
 
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Instead of selling a paper, you should publish it. Don't know why you would sell it, unless it was obviously untrue...
 
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micromass said:
Sell a scientific paper?

It brings bread to the table .. :rolleyes::confused:
 
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Grants bring money to the table, especially if you're already published.
 
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You would sell a paper to someone else?? Why! Especially if it's as good as you say. Publish it and you will get more money in grants and be able to do more science. Selling it won't help your career at all
 
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dlgoff said:
If it we me, having my name on it would be payment enough.

Agreed. If it were quality work, attribution would be far more valuable than cash.
 
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Have you talked to a literary agent? I think that is what they are called. I would think they could at least steer you in the right direction. Hey, selling for money does at times beat giving for recognition.
 
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homerscousin said:
Have you talked to a literary agent? I think that is what they are called. I would think they could at least steer you in the right direction. Hey, selling for money does at times beat giving for recognition.
Literary agents do not handle scientific journal articles. In fact, many journals will charge the authors per-page fees, though there are some that waive those fees (Springer Group, for instance).

Also, I wouldn't want to be the "author" that buys such a paper and passes off the work as his own. That's just plain wrong.
 
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FAQ: How Much Does It Cost to Sell Authorship of a Scientific Paper?

What is the typical price of a scientific paper?

The price of a scientific paper can vary depending on the publisher, type of publication, and other factors. However, on average, a single scientific paper can cost anywhere from $30 to $50.

Why do scientific papers have a cost?

Scientific papers require a significant amount of time, resources, and expertise to produce. The cost of publishing a scientific paper covers the expenses associated with peer-review, editing, formatting, and publishing the paper.

Can I access scientific papers for free?

Some scientific papers are available for free, particularly those published in open-access journals. However, many papers require a subscription or one-time purchase to access the full article.

Do authors receive payment for their scientific papers?

Authors typically do not receive payment for their scientific papers. Instead, they may receive recognition and career advancement through citations and publications in prestigious journals.

Are there any additional fees associated with publishing a scientific paper?

In addition to the cost of publishing a paper, there may be additional fees for color figures, open-access publishing, and other optional services. These fees vary depending on the publisher and should be discussed with the journal before submitting a paper.

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