Thomson Reuters promotes Web of Science as its next generation research discovery platform - January 17, 2014
The Intellectual Property & Science business of Thomson Reuters unveiled its strategy for the next generation Web of Science, a trusted citation index for an important scientific and scholarly literature. A new, user-friendly interface, expanded content and convenient open-web links substantially enhance the Web of Science… Read More
EBSCO Information Services acquires Plum Analytics - January 17, 2014
Library resources provider EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) has acquired Plum Analytics in a deal that brings together the leading subscription services, database, e-book and discovery provider with the leading provider of alternative research metrics. Plum Analytics is the first altmetrics provider to move beyond metrics about… Read More
New white paper from SAGE suggests collaborative improvements for discoverability of scholarly content - January 17, 2014
In a changing academic environment, discoverability of scholarly content demands cooperative efforts across the communications supply chain. A new SAGE white paper, titled ‘Collaborative Improvements in the Discoverability of Scholarly Content: Accomplishments, Aspirations, and Opportunities’ summarises the current discovery landscape for scholarly… Read More
CONTEC Brasil to focus on interactive learning and innovative teaching methods - January 17, 2014
The Frankfurt Book Fair, scheduled for October 8-12, 2014, will expand its activities in Brazil in 2014 to include the CONTEC Brasil conference series, which will take place in various states throughout the country. The first conference will be held on February 18, 2014 in Sesc… Read More
Buffalo State, the State University of New York (SUNY) to continue to use Summon discovery service and 360 Link - January 17, 2014
Serials Solutions, a ProQuest business, has announced that Buffalo State, the largest campus in the State University of New York (SUNY) system, will continue to use the Summon discovery service and 360 Link to honour the library’s dedication to proactive and innovative support for research and… Read More
McGraw-Hill Professional launches AccessMedicine services on all-new platform - January 17, 2014
McGraw-Hill Professional has announced the launch of its suite of AccessMedicine services on an all-new platform which will improve user functionality and revolutionize how students and doctors use medical information and education. As demands on medical students, residents, and practitioners continue to increase, institutions and… Read More
