Elsevier and the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics partner to publish Genetics in MedicineThe American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG), the only nationally recognized US medical professional organization solely dedicated to improving health through the practice of medical genetics and genomics, and Elsevier, a global leader in research publishing and information analytics, have announced a…
Read more ARL, CARL, and Ithaka S+R launch joint project to advance the research and learning missionThe Association of Research Libraries (ARL) and the Canadian Association of Research Libraries (CARL) launched a joint project in June 2021 to explore how libraries advance the higher education sector’s strategic priorities. This is an important time to reflect on the role of research…
Read more Wenzhou-Kean University becomes first in Mainland China to adopt the Ex Libris RapidILL resource sharing platformEx Libris, a ProQuest company, has announced that Wenzhou-Kean University (WKU) has selected the Ex Libris RapidILL™ resource sharing platform to enhance the institution’s interlibrary loan activities and better serve the needs of its community. WKU is the first university in mainland China to adopt the RapidILL…
Read moreEmerging content formats in scholarly publishing
Advancements in digital technologies have played a vital role in modernising the entire scholarly publication process, writes Prabhakar Bisen. The future belongs to alternative content formats such as videos, podcasts, posters, infographics, and plain-language summaries. The majority of users today use smartphones and tablets to access and search for information.…
Harnessing Science for a Sustainable Future: Narrowing the Policy, Research, and Community Divide
This white paper presents key takeaways and recommendations from a virtual conference held last year that brought together policymakers, government representatives, UN officials, and leading researchers from over 100 countries around the world to discuss the role of science in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), how to better integrate…
Elsevier in China – a brief
Paul M. Evans, Vice President of Elsevier, China, has given a brief on the STM publishing industry, his company's proposed activities in China and ethical publishing standards.
The event will be held from December 7-9, 2021. STM conducts Innovations Seminar on the first day, Digital Publishing Seminar on the next day, and Programme TBC on the last day. The event has registration fees, and cancellations made in writing up to 30 days before an event are eligible…
Read MoreThe book Fair will be held on October 20-24, 2021. Dedicated to the topic “re:connect”, this year’s book fair is planned as an in-person event with additional digital formats, and can be flexibly adapted to pandemic-related developments. The focus will be on the international rights business and public events. This…
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