BRIT Press
Publication is an integral part of the Botanical Research Institute of Texas’ commitment to scientific research by botanists, including BRIT’s own scholars, through distribution of books and journals across the globe.
Our Story
BRIT Press furthers the Institute’s conservation mission through innovation and excellence in preparation, manufacture, and distribution of scholarly botanical research and scientific discoveries for the twenty-first century. BRIT Press… bringing out the best in botanical science for plant conservation and education.
If you would like your scientific research to have wide distribution, BRIT’s journals provide it – along with quick turnaround, personal service, and expert advice.
About BRIT Press
Progress in systematics depends upon access to and efficient retrieval of botanical information. Publishing, therefore, is an integral part of BRIT’s commitment to conserving our natural heritage. Our Journal of the Botanical Research Institute of Texas (issn 1934-5259) (formerly Sida, Contributions to Botany) and books (Botanical Miscellany, issn 0833-1475)—are a major part of this publishing commitment. Click here for our current comprehensive title list and order form.
Both journals provide a forum for plant scientists to disseminate information and knowledge gained by scientific inquiry. J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas keeps you current with the latest classical and modern research, providing you with relevant and useful data. A brief video summary of the BRIT Press may be found here.
History
Originally, Sida, Contributions to Botany was founded by Lloyd H. Shinners in 1962. It was inherited by William F. Mahler in 1971, and since 1993, it has been published by BRIT in its twice-yearly, multiple-topic format. The name changed to Journal of the Botanical Research Institute of Texas in 2007 with the first issue published 10 August 2007.
Press Endowment
In honor of his wife, Dr. Joe Hennen—BRIT research associate, professor emeritus of botany at Purdue University, and the world’s pre-eminent authority on the systematics and biogeography of the rust fungi—has established the Mary M. Hennen Scientific Publications Endowment to provide support to the future of BRIT’s scientific publication program. Joe and Mary (life-science librarian at Purdue University) have long recognized that publication of scientific botanical information is an integral part of conserving our natural heritage.
Every gift will make a difference for the future of the BRIT Press. There are many different ways to make a gift: use a credit card, give a check, stock, pledge, bequest, trust, memorials, employer/employee matching contributions, installments, etc. If you are interested in donating to the endowment please contact us. The BRIT Press seeks your support to ensure innovation and excellence in preparation, manufacture, and distribution of botanical research and scientific discoveries for the twenty-first century.
For more information about the BRIT Press or anyone interested in making a contribution to the Mary M. Hennen Scientific Publications Endowment—which supports BRIT Press—contact jbrit@brit.org
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Illustrated Flora of North Central Texas Online
Shinners & Mahler’s Illustrated Flora of North Central Texas (published in 1999) is the first fully illustrated flora for any region of Texas or adjacent state.
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Illustrated Flora of East Texas Online
In 2006, Austin College and the Botanical Research Institute of Texas released their second major collaborative flora.
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Sida, Botanical Miscellany Series
BRIT Press books have been published since 1987 under the series title Sida, Botanical Miscellany (ISSN 0883-1475). They are devoted to a comprehensive study of one topic, ranging from floras to systematic monographs to botanical histories, and provide a greater depth of coverage for larger, key topics.
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Collections Insights
Collections Insights brings together three distinct perspectives that reflect the depth and richness of botanical collections—from the relationship between herbaria and libraries to the hidden treasures of archival holdings, and the personal narratives of those working in the field.
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The Sherwin Carlquist Collection
The Sherwin Carlquist Collection encapsulates more than 30 years of important botanical research conducted by the renowned mid-century American botanist.
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The Oliver G. Burk Children’s Collection
The Oliver G. Burk Children’s collection is a treasure of both rare and new books on botany and natural history.
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Library Archives Collection
The BRIT Library houses one of the largest and finest collections of botanical works in the southwestern United States.
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Rare Book Room Collection
The Discovery Fund Rare Book Room includes an exceptional collection of books and limited-edition items, some of which were published over 200 years ago and are fragile, scarce, or valuable.
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The Arader Natural History Collection of Art
As one of the newer additions to the Library, the Arader Natural History Collection of Art celebrates art, science, and the beauty of plants and nature.
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The Stansbery Collection for Botanical Art
Through the generosity of Will and Kay Stansbery, the BRIT library offers access to a collection of books focusing on botanical art and illustration, and art history.
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Discovery Resources
Explore a curated collection of educational and digital resources from the BRIT Library and beyond.
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BRIT Library History
In large measure, the library of the Botanical Research Institute of Texas owes its existence to Lloyd H. Shinners and his vision of the future.
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Participate
In a world of increasing demands and shrinking dollars, you can also support our mission by sponsoring specific resources and preservation efforts.
Contact BRIT Press
Botanical Research Institute of Texas Press
1700 University Drive
Fort Worth, Texas
76107-3400, U.S.A.
(817) 332-4441 ext. 264
Barney L. Lipscomb
Dorothea Leonhardt Chair of Texas Botany
Head of BRIT Press
barney@brit.org
Robert George
East Texas Flora Project Manager and Assistant Editor
rgeorge@brit.org
Carly Brock
Press Sales and Fulfillment Coordinator
carlybrock@fwbg.org
BRIT Press Contributors and Associates
Félix Llamas, Ph.D.
Contributing Spanish Editor
León, Spain
f.llamas@unileon.es
Kanchi N. Gandhi, Ph.D.
Nomenclatural Advisor
Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts
Becky Horn (RHorn Graphics)
Publications Designer
Plano, Texas
rlrchorn@verizon.net
Editors, Advisors, and Editorial Advisory Board
The Editorial Advisory Board (EAB) for the Journal of the Botanical Research Institute of Texas provides support in policy and procedural matters as they relate to the receipt, review, and acceptance of manuscripts, as well as the overall publication and distribution of the journal. EAB members are selected because they have: a) knowledge of taxonomy and scientific publications; b) have editorial experience; c) have contacts with other scholars and associations; d) have a willingness to serve.
Barney Lipscomb
Editor-in-Chief
Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Robert George
East Texas Flora Project Manager and Assistant Editor
Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Carmen Acedo, Ph.D.
Spanish Editor
Universidad of León, León, Spain
Kanchi Gandhi, Ph.D.
Nomenclatural Advisor
Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
Harold W. Keller
Editorial Advisory Board
Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Robert J. O’Kennon
Editorial Advisory Board
Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Richard Rabeler, Ph.D.
Editorial Advisory Board
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
Special Thanks
Professional Support
Our successful scientific publications have not been accomplished alone.
The editor has help from many incredible and professional people.
Peer Reviewers
Taxonomic specialists from around the world.
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