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What is the role of the approving official in selecting an appropriate publication release or outlet? [070]

By Office of Science Quality and Integrity

Selection of the appropriate USGS publication series or external outlet is made by the author and Science Center Director, and may include consultation with PSC staff, managers and BAOs. [Read more]

Generally, selection of the appropriate USGS publication series or external outlet is made by the author and Science Center Director or by the author and Science Center Director in consultation with PSC staff. However, approving officials may consult with authors and managers to ensure the manner of release is consistent with FSP and publishing practices and with the intended audience in mind, and BAOs may make the final decision on the appropriate USGS series or external outlet.