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The Impact of Digital Humanities on Scholarly Research

by Emma Smith 1,*
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Received: 15 June 2023 / Accepted: 12 July 2023 / Published Online: 23 August 2023

Abstract

The impact of digital humanities on scholarly research has been profound and transformative, reshaping the landscape of academic inquiry. This paper explores the ways in which digital technologies have facilitated new methodologies, expanded the scope of research, and enhanced the accessibility and dissemination of scholarly work. By leveraging digital tools and platforms, researchers have been able to analyze vast amounts of data, uncover patterns and connections previously invisible, and engage with interdisciplinary fields in innovative ways. The integration of digital humanities into traditional academic disciplines has not only enhanced the analytical capabilities of researchers but also democratized access to knowledge, allowing for collaborative and participatory approaches to research. This paper argues that the digital humanities have become an indispensable component of the scholarly research process, offering new possibilities for discovery, understanding, and knowledge creation.


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Smith, E. (2023). The Impact of Digital Humanities on Scholarly Research. Frontiers of Humanities & Social Sciences, 5(2), 41. doi:10.69610/j.fhss.20230823
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Smith, E. The Impact of Digital Humanities on Scholarly Research. Frontiers of Humanities & Social Sciences, 2023, 5, 41. doi:10.69610/j.fhss.20230823
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Smith E. The Impact of Digital Humanities on Scholarly Research. Frontiers of Humanities & Social Sciences; 2023, 5(2):41. doi:10.69610/j.fhss.20230823
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Smith, Emma 2023. "The Impact of Digital Humanities on Scholarly Research" Frontiers of Humanities & Social Sciences 5, no.2:41. doi:10.69610/j.fhss.20230823

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Smith, E. The Impact of Digital Humanities on Scholarly Research. Frontiers of Humanities & Social Sciences, 2023, 5, 41. doi:10.69610/j.fhss.20230823
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Smith E. The Impact of Digital Humanities on Scholarly Research. Frontiers of Humanities & Social Sciences; 2023, 5(2):41. doi:10.69610/j.fhss.20230823
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Smith, E. (2023). The Impact of Digital Humanities on Scholarly Research. Frontiers of Humanities & Social Sciences, 5(2), 41. doi:10.69610/j.fhss.20230823

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