How do researchers decide whose name comes first on a paper? 533 viewsJanuary 3, 2024 Question90.54K December 16, 2020 0 Comments Is it based on who contributed the most? How is this determined? Is it alphabetical? If so then someone with an A last name can contribute barely anything and everyone will still call it “Alberts et. al” In: Other 6 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted December 16, 2020 0 Comments The first author did most of the work, it was their project. Last author is the supervising professor or group leader. In between are contributors. You are viewing 1 out of 6 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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