I am a neophyte amateur mathematician. I have been reading a lot about journals and the topic of peer-review in mathematics journals. Does one have to have professional credentials or have a Doctorate in order to publish in peer-reviewed mathematics journals or just the desire to compently solve mathematical problems?
Does a Person Need a Mathematics Degree in order to Publish in a Mathematics jounal?
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19Keep in mind that lots of papers are submitted by graduate students, who as students certainly don't have a doctorate. – 2010-08-10
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2Compare with how it goes with law courts and lawsuits. Strictly speaking, you do not need a law degree to argue your part. But people who are the exceptional cases would some additional preparation before their appearance in court. – 2010-08-14
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1Srinivasa Ramanujan published without professional credentials, but _quid Ramanujan si licet, nobis non licet._ – 2011-07-01