Optica Publishing Group announces inaugural issue of Gold Open Access journal – Optica Quantum - October 27, 2023
Optica Publishing Group announced the launch of its latest addition, Optica Quantum, a peer-reviewed Gold Open Access journal that stands as a platform for high-impact research in quantum information science and technology (QIST), catalyzed by the influence of optics and photonics. The inaugural issue… Read More
CAUL and the American Psychological Association’s new open access agreement set to commence in 2024 - October 27, 2023
The Council of Australian University Librarians (CAUL) and the American Psychological Association (APA) have forged a pivotal agreement that sets the stage for a new era in open access publishing, slated to begin in January 2024. This progressive collaboration will empower authors affiliated with… Read More
EDP Sciences commits to advancing open science during Open Access Week 2023 - October 26, 2023
In commemoration of Open Access Week 2023 (#oaweek23), EDP Sciences reiterates its unwavering dedication to advancing the core tenets of open science, championing the unhindered dissemination of scientific research. As a prominent European publisher established in collaboration with learned societies, EDP Sciences remains at the forefront of… Read More
UK Libraries leverage UKnowledge repository to amplify global reach and foster open access during International Open Access Week - October 26, 2023
Celebrating the essence of International Open Access Week, UK Libraries shines a spotlight on UKnowledge, its dynamic open access institutional repository designed to make research accessible across various disciplines to a national and global audience. UKnowledge serves as a centralized hub hosting an array… Read More
AGU and Geological Society collaborate to launch OA Geosciences book series - October 25, 2023
Scientific publisher AGU has joined forces with the esteemed Geological Society of London to introduce an open access book series titled GeoHorizons, dedicated to addressing pivotal themes within the geosciences field. The newly announced series invites submissions for book proposals, emphasizing solution-oriented scientific… Read More
MIT Press: Championing community-oriented open access initiatives for International Open Access Week - October 24, 2023
MIT Press, known for its dedication to fostering open-access scholarly publishing, continues to lead the way by reinforcing its commitment to community-oriented academic initiatives in line with the theme of this year’s International Open Access Week, “Community over Commercialization.” In a recent announcement,… Read More
Elsevier launches geographical pricing pilot to support authors in low – and middle- income countries with equitable OA publishing options - October 18, 2023
Elsevier, a global leader in scientific publishing and information analytics, is piloting Geographical Pricing for Open Access (GPOA) across 142 of its Gold Open Access journals to make open access article publishing charges (APCs) more affordable for authors in low- and middle-income countries. The GPOA model,… Read More
Results of ‘Towards Responsible Publishing’ consultation tender by cOAlition S - October 12, 2023
cOAlition S has announced the successful completion of the tender process for selecting a contractor to facilitate the consultation with the research community regarding the 'Towards Responsible Publishing’ proposal. The tender has been awarded to Research Consulting Limited, a UK-based specialist consultancy firm… Read More
Michigan State University enters open access partnership with IGI Global - October 12, 2023
IGI Global and Michigan State have formed a collaborative Open Access partnership, which enables the faculty at Michigan State University to contribute their research to IGI Global's extensive portfolio as part of the Open Access Publishing Program. By participating in IGI Global's Open Access… Read More
DOAJ introduces new support model for libraries to foster sustainable OA - October 5, 2023
The drive towards Open Access (OA) publishing is witnessing unprecedented momentum, with a growing number of journals transitioning to OA and a surge in community-led publishing initiatives worldwide. While these developments are promising, they also coincide with a rise in unethical practices and predatory publishers preying on unsuspecting authors. … Read More
