Clarivate supports metadata accuracy enhancement for Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) - November 27, 2024
Clarivate has announced its pivotal role in improving metadata accuracy for the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) by supporting the enhancement of their OAI-PMH feed. This update introduces a delete flag, enabling accurate signalling when journals or articles are withdrawn… Read More
PALOMERA project concludes with ground breaking resources for Open Access book policy - November 27, 2024
The PALOMERA project, a major initiative aimed at advancing Open Access (OA) book policies across Europe, has wrapped up after two years of extensive research and stakeholder engagement. SPARC Europe, a key partner in the project, played a pivotal role in crafting evidence-based recommendations… Read More
IReL extends National Open Access Monitor contract with OpenAIRE - November 21, 2024
The Irish Research e-Library (IReL) has announced the extension of its partnership with OpenAIRE to further develop and implement the National Open Access Monitor. Originally set to conclude in June 2024, the agreement has been extended by ten months, through April 2025. Launched in… Read More
The Company of Biologists renews OA agreement with Bibsam Consortium - November 15, 2024
The Company of Biologists has announced the renewal of its Read & Publish Open Access agreement with the Bibsam Consortium for an additional three years. The agreement, effective from 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2027, continues to support Open Access publishing for researchers… Read More
IReL and Open Book Collective partner to support diamond open access publishing - November 15, 2024
IReL and the Open Book Collective (OBC) have announced a landmark agreement enabling IReL members to support diamond open access (OA) book publishers through the Open Book Collective. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to fostering equitable access to scholarly content and ensuring the… Read More
Taylor & Francis launches collective funding pilot to expand open access in Humanities and Social Sciences - November 13, 2024
Taylor & Francis has unveiled a new pilot initiative called the Collective Pathway to Open Publishing (CPOP), designed to enhance open access (OA) publishing opportunities for authors in the Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) fields. This groundbreaking pilot leverages a blend of existing funding… Read More
ResearchGate and IMR Press partner to enhance global reach for open access journals - November 8, 2024
ResearchGate, the renowned professional network for researchers, has announced a strategic Journal Home partnership with IMR Press, a publisher specializing in open access, peer-reviewed journals. This collaboration will encompass IMR Press’s entire portfolio of nine journals, aiming to expand their global reach and increase… Read More
OA Switchboard launches new OJS plug-in to boost visibility for diamond open access journals - November 8, 2024
Publishers utilizing the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform from the Public Knowledge Project (PKP) can now benefit from a seamless integration with the OA Switchboard, thanks to a newly released plug-in. This plug-in, designed to support diamond open access journals, aims to improve the visibility of scholarly… Read More
PLOS partners with CLOCKSS to secure open-access journals for the future - November 7, 2024
In a significant move to safeguard its digital content, the Public Library of Science (PLOS) has announced a strategic partnership with CLOCKSS (Controlled LOCKSS), an initiative dedicated to preserving scholarly content. This collaboration marks a milestone in ensuring the long-term preservation of open-access scientific… Read More
Public Knowledge Project joins the Open Book Collective to advance open access initiatives - November 4, 2024
The Public Knowledge Project (PKP), an influential research and software development initiative based at Simon Fraser University, has joined the Open Book Collective (OBC) to strengthen its efforts in advancing open access (OA) publishing. Known for its free and open-source software (FOSS) solutions, PKP supports global scholarly… Read More
