Emerald sponsors IGIC, connecting communities in geotechnical engineering - May 27, 2024
Emerald Publishing marked a significant milestone at the International Geotechnical Innovation Conference (IGIC) on May 6th and 7th, 2024, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The event underscored Emerald's commitment to advancing geotechnical engineering and celebrating one year since acquiring the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)… Read More
NISO opens public comment on draft revision of Journal Article Version Recommended Practice - May 24, 2024
The National Information Standards Organization (NISO) has announced that its draft revision of the Journal Article Version (JAV) Recommended Practice is now open for public comment. Stakeholders and members of the scholarly communication community are invited to review and provide feedback on the draft until July 7,… Read More
BioOne announces early publisher commitments to Subscribe to Open pilot - May 24, 2024
BioOne, a leading non-profit aggregator in the biological, ecological, and environmental sciences, has announced the initial group of publishing partners for its 2026 Subscribe to Open (S2O) pilot. So far, 20 titles from 13 societies, museums, and independent presses have confirmed their participation. Up to 50 additional… Read More
Ithaka S+R launches comprehensive research study on e-book publishing - May 24, 2024
Ithaka S+R has announced a study to assess the evolving landscape of scholarly monograph publishing. Supported by the Mellon Foundation, this project aims to explore the complexities of the academic e-book sector across humanities, social sciences, and STEM disciplines in the US, UK, and Europe. As scholarly… Read More
JACC and The Lancet collaborate to advance cardiovascular health - May 24, 2024
In a groundbreaking partnership, JACC, the flagship journal of the American College of Cardiology, and The Lancet have announced a collaboration aimed at advancing cardiovascular health on a global scale. By leveraging their combined resources, expertise, and networks, this alliance seeks… Read More
Jude Gates named chair of Publishers Association’s Sustainability Taskforce - May 24, 2024
Jude Gates, Operations Director at Faber, has been appointed as the new chair of the Publishers Association’s Sustainability Taskforce. Gates succeeds Siena Parker, former Social Impact Director at Penguin Random House, and Helen Griggs, Global Director Environment, Procurement & Supply at Cambridge University Press & Assessment. Established… Read More
