Kudos, a leading service dedicated to amplifying the impact of research, has unveiled new insights aimed at helping publishers better align with researchers’, institutions’, and policymakers’ expectations related to sustainability. The comprehensive report, informed by data collected from a global survey of over 4,500 researchers, tele interviews with policymakers, and extensive desk research on global funding policies, outlines how the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are shaping research priorities and publishing strategies.
The report highlights the growing influence of the United Nations' SDGs on research funding and academic practice. As institutions and funders increasingly prioritize sustainability, publishers are now under pressure to adapt their editorial and commercial strategies to support these global objectives. The study reveals that expectations and funding allocations vary significantly across different subject areas and regions, underscoring the need for publishers to adopt nuanced, targeted approaches.
The research report distills a wealth of data into actionable insights, offering publishers a mix of immediate strategies and long-term initiatives to better support sustainability-focused research. Key recommendations include:
• Responding to Market Demands: As funders increasingly prioritize research that aligns with the SDGs, publishers have an opportunity to focus on topics that attract greater funding and visibility. Understanding these shifts in funding priorities can help publishers strategically curate their content.
• Enhancing Visibility and Impact: By aligning publishing portfolios with the SDGs, publishers can bolster the impact of their journals and articles. The report outlines strategies to improve discoverability and engagement with sustainability research.
• Demonstrating Corporate Responsibility: Beyond content, publishers are encouraged to develop sustainability initiatives that reflect their corporate values, helping to build trust with researchers, institutions, and the wider community.
• Building Partnerships: Fostering collaborations with research institutions, policymakers, and other stakeholders can enhance publishers’ influence in the sustainability space. These partnerships are crucial for supporting the translation of academic research into actionable policies and practices.
• Future-Proofing Publishing Strategy: The report emphasizes the importance of staying attuned to changing academic priorities. Publishers are urged to adapt their strategies to remain relevant in a landscape where sustainability is becoming central to research agendas.
Kudos’s report offers a valuable resource for publishers looking to align their strategies with global sustainability goals. By leveraging these insights, publishers can better support the research community’s efforts to address complex societal challenges, while also positioning themselves as leaders in promoting sustainable practices.
As sustainability continues to shape the future of academia and research funding, this report serves as a timely guide for publishers aiming to stay relevant and actively contribute to global efforts toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
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