> I think if layout mattered as much as you imply, scientists would have to use a too that offers more control like indesign.
Yes, precisely that. As a scientist I don't even want to have to deal with layout. That's what publishers are paid extremely well for. When I self-publish content I want the process to be as simple as possible. If this means ragged margins, browser-default styles for headings etc., default colors and fonts — so be it.
(but to be fair, optimising the layout is an excellent way to procrastinate on doing hard research)
Yes, precisely that. As a scientist I don't even want to have to deal with layout. That's what publishers are paid extremely well for. When I self-publish content I want the process to be as simple as possible. If this means ragged margins, browser-default styles for headings etc., default colors and fonts — so be it.
(but to be fair, optimising the layout is an excellent way to procrastinate on doing hard research)