ALPSP seeks proposals for survey on scholarly book publishing with particular focus on online publication - March 27, 2009
The Association of Learned and Professional Society Publishing (ALPSP), the international trade association for scholarly and professional publishers, is seeking proposals to carry out a study of scholarly publishing practice by academic book publishers, with a particular focus on online publication. ALPSP has carried out three… Read More
Elsevier launches global online community – Innovation Explorers - March 27, 2009
STM publisher Elsevier, Netherlands, has announced the launch of Innovation Explorers, an online community of 300 researchers from 69 countries. Through online activities ranging from facilitated chats to one-on-one interviews, the members will help the global publisher identify, design and deliver relevant products and services that… Read More
SAGE launches new social network for discussion of research methods - March 27, 2009
Academic publisher SAGE has announced the launch of Methodspace.com, a public social network for discussion of research methods online. Methodspace aims to bring together researchers from across the academic spectrum looking for support and advice on any aspect of methodology. Registered users… Read More
CT Corsearch unveils latest version of trademark databases collection - March 27, 2009
CT Corsearch, a provider of clearance and protection solutions for trademark and brand professionals, has announced the availability of the latest version of Corsearch Advantage, its collection of trademark databases. The latest release provides users with a variety of new screening capabilities. It encompasses the addition… Read More
John Wiley & Sons names Stephen M. Smith as Chief Operating Officer - March 27, 2009
Publisher John Wiley & Sons, Inc., US, has announced the appointment of Stephen M. Smith as Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, effective May 1, 2009. In his new position, Smith will be responsible for the overall direction and leadership of Wiley's global publishing businesses. He… Read More
Dear Subscribers - March 26, 2009
Knowledgespeak.com, published by Scope e-Knowledge Center, has introduced a new section under Knowledgespeak blogs. Called 'blogspeak', this section will include interesting blog posts relevant to the publishing industry, particularly STM publishing. Updated weekly by Scope's editorial board, subscribers are invited to… Read More
