Informa predicts tablet computers will outsell e-readers - September 7, 2010
Sales of smartbooks are expected to rapidly grow from 3.65 million in 2010 to nearly 50 million in 2014, representing over 50 percent of all embedded device sales, according to projections from research firm Informa Telecoms & Media. Also, it is projected that multifunctional portable devices… Read More
Elsevier launches new tool to help ease process of finding article reviewers - September 7, 2010
STM publisher Elsevier, Netherlands, has announced the launch of a new and unique tool to help editors find reviewers, which addresses a major pain point for journal editors. Developed in close consultation with journal editors, this tool which is accessible from EES - Elsevier's Editorial and… Read More
JISC releases guide on effective assessment in digital learning - September 7, 2010
The UK's Joint Information Systems Committee (JISC) has released a new guide titled 'Effective Assessment in a Digital Age'. The guide seeks to demonstrate how technology can significantly improve the experience of assessment and feedback. As many higher education institutions are reviewing their assessment strategies, JISC… Read More
British Medical Journal calls for withdrawal of GlaxoSmithKline’s diabetes drug - September 7, 2010
The British Medical Journal's Editor- in-Chief Fiona Godlee has called for the withdrawal of GlaxoSmithKline Plc's diabetes drug, Avandia, saying that the drug should never have been licensed. GlaxoSmithKline has, however, rejected the claim. An investigation by the journal revealed that in July the UK Commission… Read More
New Thieme publication assists readers to diagnose cardiovascular diseases - September 7, 2010
Thieme, part of STM publisher Thieme Publishing Group, Germany, has announced the publication of Cardiac Imaging, a publication that assists readers in diagnosing the full range of cardiovascular diseases. Authored by Dr. Carlos S. Restrepo and Dr. Dianna Bardo, the publication is part of RadCases, an… Read More
Publishing Technology redesigns and enhances ingentaconnect - September 7, 2010
Publishing Technology plc, a UK-based provider of software and services to the publishing industry, has announced that its flagship collection of e-publications, ingentaconnect, now has a distinct and vibrantly re-energised look and feel. The new design is the second phase of the platform's regeneration, with further… Read More
