An open letter to Ecology Letters and the British Ecological Society about preprints

Key Points

• The acceptance of preprints by Ecology Letters and the British Ecological Society enhances scientific communication, fostering a quicker exchange of ideas.
• Community engagement in advocating for preprints underscores the importance of open science and accessibility.
• The previous lack of a preprint policy may have hindered rapid dissemination of research findings.
• The journals' decision supports a shift towards more transparent and immediate sharing of scientific knowledge.