Australian Publishers Association survey highlights industry’s sustainability progress - September 23, 2024
The Australian Publishers Association (APA) has released key findings from its recent sustainability survey, shedding light on how the publishing industry is addressing climate change. The survey provides a comprehensive look at the environmental practices of Australian publishers, revealing both progress and areas for improvement as the… Read More
Survey shows Canadian physicians embracing digital tools, but system integration remains a challenge - September 23, 2024
A new survey commissioned by Canada Health Infoway and the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) reveals that while Canadian physicians are increasingly adopting digital health tools, significant barriers remain in fully integrating these technologies into the healthcare system. Conducted by Leger, the 2024 National Survey of Canadian Physicians… Read More
Study unveils impact of research assessments on UK legal scholarship: A 30-year analysis - August 30, 2024
A study has revealed the profound impact that the UK's Research Assessment Exercises (RAE) and Research Excellence Framework (REF) have had on legal academic publishing over the past three decades. Conducted by Professors Johanna Gibson of Queen Mary University of London and Phillip Johnson of Cardiff University,… Read More
South Korea’s research and innovation landscape examined in the latest Nature Index - August 22, 2024
South Korea's position as a global leader in research and innovation is under scrutiny as the Nature Index 2024 South Korea supplement reveals both strengths and challenges in the nation's scientific landscape. Despite substantial investments in research and development (R&D) and a rich history of innovation, the… Read More
ARL Statistics Revision Task Force releases final report - August 9, 2024
The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) has announced the release of the final report by its Statistics Revision Task Force. The task force, which began its work in the spring of 2022, was charged with reviewing the ARL Statistics survey and recommending improvements to… Read More
Springer Nature’s open access strategy continues to drive impact and equity - August 8, 2024
Springer Nature has announced that 44% of its published articles are now open access (OA), marking a significant milestone in the publisher's ongoing efforts to enhance the accessibility and impact of scientific research. The 2023 OA report underscores the success of Springer Nature’s approach to open access,… Read More
Open Consultation: Crafting a vision for European repositories - July 22, 2024
European repositories play a crucial role in the open science landscape by acquiring, preserving, and providing open access to a vast array of valuable research outputs. Recognizing their importance, OpenAIRE, LIBER, SPARC Europe, and COAR unveiled a joint… Read More
New report sheds light on no-fee open access publishing in Africa - July 22, 2024
EIFL (Electronic Information for Libraries) has released an insightful report titled ‘Landscape of No-Fee Open Access Publishing in Africa.’ The report provides a comprehensive overview of Diamond Open Access (OA) journals in Africa, which are journals that do not charge fees to authors or… Read More
Open Access Journal publishing faces output and integrity challenges - July 19, 2024
Open Access (OA) Journal publishing, which has seen significant growth over recent years, is now encountering substantial challenges. Despite the market size expanding from $1.9 billion in 2023 to $2.1 billion in 2024, the actual output of OA publications has slowed across various regions, including China. For the first time… Read More
Springer Nature’s 2023 Annual Progress Report highlights technological advancements and record achievements - July 17, 2024
Springer Nature continues to play a crucial role in aiding researchers, clinicians, students, and teachers in addressing the world's biggest challenges. The 2023 Annual Progress Report, published today, emphasizes the company's significant advancements across its Research, Health, and Education divisions, showcasing the increasing role… Read More
