LIBER takes a stand: releases position statement on IFLA WLIC 2024 in Dubai - July 24, 2023
The upcoming IFLA World Library and Information Congress (WLIC) 2024, scheduled to take place in Dubai, UAE, has been a topic of fervent debate and discussion among stakeholders in the library and information community. In response to the mounting concerns surrounding the decision to host WLIC 2024… Read More
NISO approves Working Group to develop recommended practice for operationalizing open access business processes - July 21, 2023
Voting members of the National Information Standards Organization (NISO) have approved the formation of a Working Group to develop a Recommended Practice for operationalizing open access (OA) business processes. NISO is seeking members from across the information community to join the Working Group, which will address the… Read More
U.S. Department of Energy unveils plan to enhance public access to federally funded research - July 21, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has taken a significant step towards increasing openness and accessibility to its Federally funded research. In a move aligned with the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to transparency and data sharing, the DOE has released a comprehensive plan aimed at making its research… Read More
WorldWide Information Services (WWIS) appointed exclusive representative for The Company of Biologists in South Africa - July 21, 2023
The Company of Biologists has announced a significant partnership with WorldWide Information Services (WWIS) as their exclusive representative in the region. This collaboration marks a milestone for both organizations and holds the promise of fostering greater accessibility and visibility for leading peer-reviewed journals in… Read More
EIFL renews agreement with scite, providing researchers access to powerful citation evaluation tool - July 21, 2023
EIFL, an international organization supporting access to knowledge and information in developing and transition countries, has announced the renewal of its agreement with scite, ensuring researchers in eligible countries can continue to benefit from scite's innovative citation evaluation tool. The renewed agreement is set… Read More
Dr. Xingen Lei appointed Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of Nutrition - July 21, 2023
The American Society for Nutrition (ASN) has named Dr. Xingen Lei as the next editor-in-chief of The Journal of Nutrition, one of the most esteemed and influential journals in the field of nutrition. Dr. Lei's appointment will be effective from January 1, 2024, succeeding Dr. Teresa Davis,… Read More
