How Academic Societies Are Meeting the Mental Health Needs of Researchers

Recent evidence suggests that mental health issues are becoming more prevalent among researchers in academia. One review study suggested that the amount of job-related stress under which researchers work has increased significantly due to a greater emphasis on productivity and job performance measurements. This added pressure to obtain funding, publish papers, and establish a positive […]
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How Wikipedia Partnerships Can Strengthen Publisher Brands and Improve Research Accessibility

In an August 9, 2022, press release, SAGE Publishing announced a new partnership with the Wikipedia Library to provide experienced Wikipedia editors with immediate free full-text access to their journals. According to the press release, “The partnership will connect peer-reviewed research to those outside of academia for greater societal understanding and increase research connections.” This […]
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The CHIPS and Science Act: Implications on the US Research Landscape and a Look at the Opportunities It Will Open Up for Research Societies and Publishers

On August 9, 2022, President Biden signed the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors and Science Act (CHIPS and Science Act) into law. This article looks at the implications of this act on the US research landscape and further deep dives into the opportunities it will open up for publishers and research societies.
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