SAGE launches open access journal, ‘Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine’ - May 6, 2013
Academic publisher SAGE has announced the launch of a new international open access (OA) journal, the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine (OJSM). This journal was developed by the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) in collaboration with professional sports medicine organisations from around the world.… Read More
Authors value rigorous peer review, says Taylor & Francis survey - May 6, 2013
Academic publisher Taylor & Francis has released the sixth in a series of press releases on the themes and findings of the Open Access (OA) Survey. In this survey, Taylor & Francis investigated authors' preferred methods of peer review suitable for their research. Taylor &… Read More
Springer unveils new book series – Trends in Augmentation of Human Performance - May 3, 2013
STM publisher Springer has announced that it is launching a new book series entitled Trends in Augmentation of Human Performance. The series will focus on the enhancement of human skills, attributes and competencies through the use of technology, medicine and therapy. Approximately three books per year… Read More
SAGE launches fully-digital statistics textbook, IntroStats Online - May 3, 2013
Academic publisher SAGE has announced the launch of IntroStats Online, a new interactive introductory-level statistics textbook written by Greg Francis of Purdue University. This online textbook is designed to fully immerse students as they study statistical concepts. It features text, over 2,000 practice questions, interactive… Read More
PLOS appoints Elizabeth Marincola as new CEO - May 3, 2013
The Public Library of Science (PLOS) has announced the appointment of Elizabeth Marincola as CEO, effective August 12, 2013. For the past 8 years Marincola served as President and CEO of Society for Science & the Public (SSP), an organisation dedicated to advancing public understanding… Read More
De Gruyter acquires German publisher Ontos - May 3, 2013
Academic publisher De Gruyter, Germany, has announced the acquisition of German publisher Ontos, effective May 1. Under the terms of the agreement, Dr. Rafael Hüntelmann, who founded Ontos in 2003, will continue to manage the publishing house's portfolio. All eBooks previously available at Ontos' website… Read More
