Penn Libraries has announced open access agreements with prominent publishers in the fields of science and healthcare, marking a significant step forward in advancing open access publishing and making cutting-edge research readily accessible to scholars worldwide. The new agreements with Springer Publishing, the Company of Biologists, the Royal Society of Chemistry, and the Institute of Physics underscore Penn Libraries' ongoing commitment to supporting open access initiatives and fostering a more inclusive and interconnected global research community.
The agreements allow any Penn-affiliated authors, including students, faculty, researchers, staff, and clinicians, to publish their research as open access articles through these esteemed publishers. By embracing open access publishing, authors not only increase the visibility and impact of their work but also contribute to a broader dissemination of knowledge. A recent study featured in Science magazine revealed that open-access papers tend to attract more citations from a diverse readership, spanning across various locations, institutions, and disciplines.
In addition to benefiting authors, these agreements align with Penn Libraries' mission to promote open scholarship and democratize access to academic research. Authors can access comprehensive guidance on publishing workflows, article requirements, and the scope of these agreements through Penn Libraries' dedicated online portal, ensuring a seamless and transparent publishing process.
The new open access agreements mark a significant milestone in Penn Libraries' ongoing efforts to champion open access initiatives and empower researchers to share their findings with the global community. By forging partnerships with leading publishers, Penn Libraries is paving the way for a more equitable and collaborative scholarly landscape.
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