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Feb
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Words Without Borders: Linguistic Diversity in Open Access Publishing

English is recognized as the most extensively spoken language globally (when including both native and non-native speakers). Sadly, more than 3,000 languages are considered “endangered” today—these are languages threatened by loss because a more prevalent language is being used by community members for instructing and conversing. The prevalent language or “lingua franca” in academia is […]
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10
Dec
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The Potential of Open Access in Promoting Human Rights

Global challenges like pandemics, armed conflict, and climate change bring to light enduring global disparities, particularly for fair and equitable access to research. Open access (OA) publishing primarily aims to increase access to knowledge, promote collaboration, enhance visibility, and encourage public engagement. In fact, access to scientific knowledge unlocks the potential to fulfil other basic […]
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28
Nov
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Why Researcher Mental Health is Important for Academic Societies

Researchers grapple with intense competition, burnout, difficulties in balancing work and home life, inadequate supervision, and a non-supportive work environment. Several studies have shone the flashlight on the “mental health crisis” in the academic community. Compared to the general public, graduate students have been found to be over six times more likely to experience depression […]
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10
Oct
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How Scholarly Societies and Publishers Champion Patient Safety

Patient safety focuses on preventing, reducing, and analyzing errors and avoidable harms. Given that poor patient care is among the ten leading causes of death and disability worldwide, WHO considers patient safety a global concern. By curating the scientific literature and ensuring its quality, academic publishers have a central role in advancing the scientific frontier. […]
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19
May
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Breaking Down Barriers: How and Why Research Societies and Publishers are Embracing Cultural Diversity

Advocating for cultural diversity in research has the potential to ignite transformative change and serve as a powerful catalyst for innovation and advancement. Every culture has its distinctive set of values, traditions, beliefs, and norms, which makes it unique. Championing cultural diversity can have a remarkable impact in elevating the quality of research and publishing. […]
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