An enhanced publication is a modern form of scientific communication that enables researchers to present their publications online in conjunction with other material. Additional materials that may be used to enhance a publication include:
- research data
- models
- algorithms
- graphics
- metadata sets
- post-publication data such as commentaries and rankings
With these changing sets of materials, enhanced publications can continue to grow over time. This format also allows research methods to be explained for a broader public. Supplementing publications with supporting research data also makes it easier to verify, reproduce and reuse the research results.