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OCLC has announced a sponsorship agreement with CORE (COnnecting REpositories), expanding OCLC's commitment to supporting open access research infrastructure worldwide. This partnership builds on OCLC's recent agreements with organizations including the International Image Interoperability Framework (IIIF), the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), and the European Bureau of Library, Information and Documentation Associations (EBLIDA).

Beginning in 2026, JSTOR will offer Publisher Collections, a new model within the Books at JSTOR program. Publisher Collections will enable libraries around the world to acquire significant lists of new books from a growing set of 20+ publishers on the JSTOR platform. The model responds directly to the needs of libraries and publishers for diverse, affordable books acquisition models.

The American Library Association (ALA) invites education programs and posters for the ALA 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition, June 25–29, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois—a milestone event marking ALA’s 150th Anniversary. The Annual Conference explores key challenges and opportunities facing libraries, with professional development rooted in timely research, innovation, and best practices.

Taylor & Francis has announced significant updates to its platform, designed to enhance the visibility of multimedia research content. New journal-level features on Taylor & Francis Online showcase content such as audio abstracts, podcasts, and video articles, which can help boost the impact of associated research.

Early-stage startups in health sciences and publishing are competing for a spot on the shortlist this fall. With applications now closed, the jury has begun the task of selecting the most promising contenders.

Digital Science, a technology company serving stakeholders across the research ecosystem, today launches its Catalyst Grant round for 2025 to support innovative tech ideas. Now in its 15th year, the theme for Digital Science’s 2025 Catalyst Grant is: Data visualization.

In a significant advancement toward promoting Open Access (OA) publishing, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) has enabled its researchers to publish articles in eligible Springer Hybrid journals at no cost. This initiative supports academics by making all aspects of their research, such as publications, preprints, data, protocols, methods, and peer review, freely accessible to the global community. By facilitating open sharing of research, UTM aims to enhance the visibility, accessibility, and impact of scholarly outputs.

OCLC has announced a sponsorship agreement with CORE (COnnecting REpositories), expanding OCLC's commitment to supporting open access research infrastructure worldwide. This partnership builds on OCLC's recent agreements with organizations including the International Image Interoperability Framework (IIIF), the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), and the European Bureau of Library, Information and Documentation Associations (EBLIDA).

The Principles of Open Science Monitoring are now online, offering a global, aspirational framework for how Open Science can be tracked and supported through inclusive, transparent, and responsible monitoring approaches.

Beginning in 2026, JSTOR will offer Publisher Collections, a new model within the Books at JSTOR program. Publisher Collections will enable libraries around the world to acquire significant lists of new books from a growing set of 20+ publishers on the JSTOR platform. The model responds directly to the needs of libraries and publishers for diverse, affordable books acquisition models.

Wiley, one of the world’s largest publishers and a trusted leader in research and learning, today announced that 1,000 scholarly journals have successfully transitioned to its Research Exchange platform, representing more than 50% of the company's journal portfolio. This significant milestone demonstrates Wiley's commitment to creating industry-leading solutions that prioritize research integrity, agile development, and support a modern publishing infrastructure.

An analysis of article views in Taylor & Francis medical journals has revealed that ‘extenders’ can significantly increase readership. Plain Language Summaries of Publications and Clinical Trial Protocols with extenders attracted 144% higher views than those without these supplemental resources.

Wiley, a global leader in authoritative content, data-driven insights, and knowledge services that advance science and learning, is using AI to enhance its college courseware for both students and instructors.

Pearson, the world's lifelong learning company, today announced the international expansion of Study Prep, its AI-enhanced video learning experience that provides personalized study support across more than 25 academic subjects. Launched commercially globally in the first half of 2025, Study Prep will now reach students worldwide, including in Canada, Brazil, the UK, India, China, and South Africa. Study Prep's expansion represents a significant step toward broadening access to AI-powered learning resources around the world.

As part of its ongoing commitment to scientific transparency and responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) today announced plans to implement a new policy that will cap how much publishers can charge NIH-supported scientists to make their research findings publicly accessible. This initiative reflects a broader effort to restore public trust in public health by promoting open, honest, and transparent scientific communication.