UKRI developing new research data policy framework to advance open research practices - December 18, 2024
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has announced plans to develop a new research data policy framework aimed at maximizing the value of data generated from UKRI-funded research and supporting a culture of open research and innovation. The framework is being developed in collaboration with research councils, Research… Read More
HEPI releases policy note on accelerating translational research for societal impact - November 7, 2024
The Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI) has published a new policy note titled Advancing Translational Research (Policy Note 57), exploring the critical role of turning academic discoveries into practical, real-world solutions. Authored by Lan Murdock, Senior Corporate Communications Manager at Taylor… Read More
Taylor & Francis launches new guide to support patient authors in medical publishing - October 28, 2024
Taylor & Francis has introduced a pioneering resource designed to empower patients as active contributors to medical research publications. Titled Guidance for Patient Authors, the guide provides step-by-step instructions tailored to help patient authors understand and navigate the publication process, supporting a growing movement… Read More
University of Zagreb adopts Open Science Policy to promote accessibility and collaboration in research - October 25, 2024
University of Zagreb adopts Open Science Policy to promote accessibility and collaboration in research. The University of Zagreb has formally adopted a comprehensive Open Science Policy, marking a significant step toward enhancing research accessibility and collaboration. The policy, approved by the University Senate during a regular meeting,… Read More
Policy-based approaches to combat integrity threats in publishing - September 30, 2024
The publishing industry and research communities are facing significant integrity threats, including paper mills, authorship-for-sale schemes, peer review manipulation, and the misuse of AI-generated content. These issues pose serious risks, potentially flooding the published record with unreliable content, undermining trust in the peer review process, and eroding public confidence in… Read More
Taylor & Francis releases new policy on AI tools for research publishing - June 12, 2024
Taylor & Francis has issued the latest iteration of its policy on the application of AI tools. The policy aims to promote the ethical and transparent use of AI while addressing the risks and challenges it can pose for research publishing. Generative AI tools… Read More
Sage Policy Profiles adds nearly 3 million data sources highlighting researcher impact - June 12, 2024
Six months after its release, Sage Policy Profiles has helped over 14,000 researchers find where their work is cited in policy documents globally and for free. Powered by Overton, the world’s largest collection of policy documents, Sage Policy Profiles now indexes more than 13.4 million policy documents.… Read More
AGU takes steps towards inclusive global research with updated authorship policy - May 31, 2024
The American Geophysical Union (AGU), a leading non-profit advocating for Earth and space scientists worldwide, has announced a significant update to its authorship policy. This policy aims to foster greater equity and transparency within international research collaborations, specifically addressing the issue of "parachute science." As a champion… Read More
DORA releases new guidance on research indicators - May 16, 2024
The Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA) came into being to try to end the misuse of the Journal Impact Factor (JIF) in the evaluation of research and researchers and has achieved considerable success in advancing reform of assessment practices. However, there are a number of other quantitative… Read More
CJFAS announces new Data and Code Availability Policy - May 6, 2024
In a significant move towards embracing Open Science principles, the Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences (CJFAS) has unveiled its latest initiative: a comprehensive Data and Code Availability Policy. Effective as of May 6, 2024, the CJFAS journal team mandates that for studies presenting original results,… Read More
