IGI Global, a leading academic publisher, has announced its latest collaboration with Wake Forest University School of Medicine in a new Open Access (OA) agreement. This partnership exemplifies a commitment to fostering accessibility and innovation in research, without any financial burden on the library.
Under this agreement, Wake Forest University School of Medicine faculty and staff gain the opportunity to engage in open access publishing while enjoying a 5% discount on Article Processing Charges (APCs). By embracing this no-cost option, Wake Forest University School of Medicine is paving the way for a future where scholarly knowledge is easily accessible to all. More information about this agreement can be found on the IGI Global website.
The research publications of Wake Forest University School of Medicine's faculty, after successfully undergoing IGI Global's rigorous double-blind peer review process, will benefit from increased discoverability, higher citation impact, and the opportunity to contribute to emerging fields of knowledge. This collaboration will add to the prestigious repository of high-quality publications associated with Wake Forest University School of Medicine.
Recognizing the growing interest in open access publishing, IGI Global invites other libraries to engage in discussions about their flexible open access agreement options. Institutions are encouraged to explore how faculty members can reap the benefits of an Open Access Agreement.
Researchers are encouraged to recommend this no-cost option to their respective libraries, allowing them to take advantage of the APC discounts offered when publishing with IGI Global. By embracing open access publishing and forging partnerships with institutions like Wake Forest University School of Medicine, IGI Global continues to contribute to the dissemination of knowledge and the advancement of research in an accessible and inclusive manner.
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