The Paradigm Shift in Citation
The study of scientific history reveals that knowledge does not accumulate linearly. Instead, as Kuhn (1962) argued, science proceeds through revolutionary breaks with the past. This conceptual framework has significant implications for how we attribute ideas.
Recent developments in digital typography allow for more interactive engagement with source materials. For instance, when citing multiple works (Doe, 2023; Smith, 2020), readers benefit from instant previews and bidirectional navigation.
Interactivity is not merely a "gorgeus enhancement" but a functional necessity for large documents. As noted in the Citum vision, we aim for "Total Stability" and "Explicit over Magic" (Citum, 2026).
Further research by Smith (2020) confirms that sidebar bibliographies improve readability for note-style documents by keeping references in context with the text.