Summary:
- This article examines the issue of gender representation and co-authorship patterns in archaeological peer-reviewed journals. It found that women are underrepresented as lead authors and that co-authorship is more common among men.
- The study analyzed over 10,000 articles from 10 major archaeology journals to understand the complex dynamics of gender and collaboration in the field of archaeology.
- The findings suggest that addressing these gender imbalances and promoting more diverse and inclusive practices in academic publishing could help advance the field of archaeology and ensure that all researchers have equal opportunities to contribute and be recognized for their work.