Scholarly Communication Update 2018 (Webinar)

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What's new in scholarly communication for 2018?

The world of scholarly communication and research support is a fast moving one. Many different external developments can influence local practices but the speed can make it hard to keep up. Join the OSC for this short and accessible webinar which outlines some of the key developments in the scholarly communication landscape over the last year including the launch of Plan S, the breakdown of negotiations with Elsevier in Europe and the current copyright lawsuits against ResearchGate.

The webinar will be delivered live and a recording will be made available. If you are unable to make the live session but would like access to the recording please register as normal.

Target audience:

• Cambridge University Librarians

• Further details regarding eligibility criteria are available

Number of sessions: 1

• Plan S
• The cancellation of Elsevier subscriptions in Germany and Sweden
• ResearchGate and copyright
• The issue of SciHub

• To develop an understanding of the latest developments in the scholarly communication landscape

Webinar

Attendees will need access to a device with access to the internet and sound

Part of the Supporting Researchers in the 21st Century programme.

One session of 45 minutes - 30 minute presentation and 15 minutes for questions

• Open Research
• Supporting Researchers in the 21st Century