Package org.biojavax

Interface DocRefAuthor

All Superinterfaces:
Changeable, Comparable
All Known Implementing Classes:
SimpleDocRefAuthor

public interface DocRefAuthor extends Comparable, Changeable
Represents an author of a documentary reference.
Since:
1.5
Author:
Richard Holland
See Also:
  • Method Details

    • getName

      Returns a textual description of the authors name. This field is immutable so should be set using the constructor of the implementing class.
      Returns:
      Value of property name.
    • getExtendedName

      Returns the extended version of the authors name. Form: "name (consortium) (ed.)" where sections in brackets are optional.
      Returns:
      Value of property name with additions.
    • isEditor

      boolean isEditor()
      Is this author actually an editor?
      Returns:
      true if they are, false if not.
    • isConsortium

      boolean isConsortium()
      Is this author actually a consortium?
      Returns:
      true if they are, false if not.