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Questions about The Quarterly Review of Biology

Short answers, pulled from the story.

Who established The Quarterly Review of Biology in 1926?

Raymond Pearl established The Quarterly Review of Biology in 1926. He set a course for the publication that prioritized broad biological understanding over narrow specialization.

When did Stony Brook Foundation purchase The Quarterly Review of Biology?

The Stony Brook Foundation purchased the journal during the 1960s. H. Bentley Glass served as editor while holding the title of academic vice president at Stony Brook University.

Who currently serves as editor-in-chief of The Quarterly Review of Biology?

Liliana M. Dávalos now serves as editor-in-chief of the publication. She holds her position at Stony Brook University and continues the tradition of broad, inclusive review articles.

Which organization handles distribution and production for The Quarterly Review of Biology?

The University of Chicago Press handles all distribution and production tasks for the journal. This operational relationship allows the editors to focus on content selection rather than logistical management.

What indexing services list The Quarterly Review of Biology among key resources?

Biological Abstracts lists this journal among its key resources for life sciences research. BIOSIS Previews includes the publication in its curated database of biological literature and the Science Citation Index tracks citations from articles published within its pages.