Remaining relevant requires action, and new research suggests it’s not too late for these actions to retain younger members, who remain interested in what professional and learned societies can and do offer. Continue reading
A group of history editors in the UK publish an open letter stating they will not comply with aspects of the RCUK mandates for OA. What can we learn from this? Continue reading
More value can be delivered online, and members seem to be seeking it. Is it time to move to an online-only benefits model for societies? Continue reading
Open access publishing is a viable option, with gold OA gaining traction. But concerns remain, and funding is uncertain. Continue reading
In addition to what publishers do directly for authors and readers, they foster many collaborative and philanthropic efforts around the world. Continue reading
When there’s a lot at stake, peer review still helps to separate the best information from the rest. Continue reading
Learned societies are likely to be significantly affected by OA mandates, yet many remain silent, and may be ill-informed. What is their path forward? Continue reading