Introduction The write-up discusses the open access revolution in academic publishing. In the 1980s, before the internet became widely used, academics relied on primitive tools like email and Usenet newsgroups to share ideas and files. These early networks allowed researchers to exchange draft papers and data sets faster than postal mail. However, these systems were … Read more
Introduction The write-up discusses how open access impacts research. The open access concept in scientific research refers to the free, unrestricted availability of scholarly publications and data. Rather than articles being locked behind paywalls, open access facilitates the open dissemination of knowledge to all interested readers. This can accelerate the pace of discovery and allow … Read more
Introduction The article explores emerging trends in academic publishing. Scholarly communication plays a vital role in the academic world. It facilitates the dissemination of research findings, enables research collaboration, and advances scientific knowledge. Academic publishing is the primary avenue for scholarly communication and has undergone significant transformations over the past few decades. Understanding the history … Read more
Introduction The article explores the open access dilemma, an academic publisher’s prevailing scenario today. Open access publishing has become increasingly prominent in recent years to broaden accessibility to scholarly research. An open access journal provides free online access to academic articles and other publications. This contrasts with traditional subscription-based models, where readers or institutions must … Read more
Introduction Sustaining open access publishing is a prevailing challenge a publisher must face with this model. Open access publishing refers to research outputs like journal articles, books, and data made freely available online for anyone to access and use. Unlike traditional subscription-based publishing models that restrict access to paying customers, open access content is accessible … Read more