DynaMed appoints Dr. Kevin Loughlin as Deputy Editor of Oncology and Hematology - August 20, 2014
DynaMed from EBSCO Health has announced the appointment of Dr. Kevin Loughlin as the new DynaMed Deputy Editor of Oncology and Hematology. Dr. Loughlin brings extensive credentials and significant experience in the field to the tool from EBSCO Health. Dr. Loughlin is senior surgeon and… Read More
Springer announces new book series Healthy Ageing and Longevity - August 20, 2014
As the longevity of the world's population continues to increase, the challenges accompanying this become more complex and touch nearly every aspect of society. STM publisher Springer has therefore launched a new book series, Healthy Ageing and Longevity, to address issues related to this achievement. … Read More
IFLA and LIBER sign new Memorandum of Understanding - August 20, 2014
The International Federation of Library Associations & Institutions (IFLA) and LIBER (Association of European Research Libraries) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding. LIBER and IFLA share objectives in promoting access to knowledge for education, learning, and research. Significant areas of interest… Read More
COAR joins global coalition calling on STM Association to withdraw new model licenses - August 19, 2014
Confederation of Open Access Repositories (COAR), along with numerous other organisations, is a signatory to a letter calling on the STM Association to withdraw their model licences for open access. According to COAR, these licenses just serve to further confuse users about what they can do… Read More
Wolters Kluwer Health announces impact factor gains across its Lippincott Williams & Wilkins and Medknow open access portfolio - August 19, 2014
Wolters Kluwer Health, a global provider of information for healthcare professionals and students, has announced impact factor gains across its prestigious Lippincott Williams & Wilkins (LWW) journal portfolio and Medknow open access portfolio with the release of the latest Impact Factor (IF) scores and specialty rankings,… Read More
Thomson Reuters releases comprehensive disease profile on Ebola Virus disease - August 19, 2014
The Intellectual Property and Science business of Thomson Reuters has released a comprehensive disease profile on Ebola Virus Disease that includes a detailed analysis of two new treatments in the pipeline and two experimental candidates approaching development. Ebola deaths in West Africa have exceeded the… Read More