publikuns
Publikuns is a neologism used in some online discussions to describe modular, publicly accessible knowledge units that populate open knowledge ecosystems. Depending on context, it can refer to the units themselves or the communities that create and curate them. The term is not widely standardized, and its meaning can vary across disciplines.
Etymology and origins: The word appears to be a blend of “public” with a suffix that evokes
Characteristics: Publikuns are typically modular and self-contained, designed to be reference-ready, citable, and easily linkable. They
Usage and contexts: In open knowledge projects, publikuns serve as building blocks for larger articles or datasets.
See also: Open knowledge, wikis, open data, knowledge management.