IOP Publishing enhances visibility of supplementary research data through DOIs - June 12, 2025
IOP Publishing (IOPP), a scientific publisher advancing open science, has announced the implementation of Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) for supplementary research data files submitted alongside primary articles. This initiative is designed to make supplementary materials more Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reproducible (FAIR), aligning with ongoing global efforts… Read More
Canadian Journal of Forest Research introduces data and methods article formats - June 12, 2025
The Canadian Journal of Forest Research has announced the introduction of two new article formats—Data Papers and Methods Papers—intended to enhance transparency, reproducibility, and innovation within the forest research community. Data Papers are designed to provide detailed descriptions of datasets to improve their discoverability and reuse. These… Read More
RSNA and SEG introduce reference-level retraction alerts to reinforce research integrity - June 12, 2025
The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) and the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) have launched a new Retraction and Errata feature on their journal platforms. The feature aims to improve the visibility of post-publication updates in cited literature. The implementation, developed in partnership… Read More
ResearchGate and Tech Science Press expand open access partnership to boost journal visibility - June 12, 2025
ResearchGate and Tech Science Press have announced a significant expansion of their Journal Home partnership, more than doubling the number of journals participating in the collaboration. The updated agreement will see 12 journals from Tech Science Press integrated into the ResearchGate platform, up from… Read More
Uganda’s National Science Council launches open science policy to promote equitable research access - June 12, 2025
The Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST) has adopted a national open science policy following a broad consultative process involving researchers, policymakers, academic leaders, and civil society stakeholders. The policy has been developed with support from EIFL and aligns with Uganda’s upcoming Strategic Plan for… Read More
Springer Nature survey finds Indian researchers seek more balanced research assessments - June 12, 2025
Springer Nature, a global academic publisher and research services provider, has published findings from its 2024 Research Assessment Survey, revealing that researchers in India are calling for more balanced and responsible evaluation frameworks. Based on responses from over 6,300 researchers worldwide—including 764 from India—the survey highlights India’s… Read More
