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Rich Citations: Open Data about the Network of Research

Just as the static PDF is no longer sufficient to best represent scientific research outcomes that extend beyond the article, the static reference list at the end of a scholarly... Full article

October 22, 2014

New Release of HowOpenIsIt? Guide Addresses Nuances of Open Access Policies

Welcome to OA week, a celebration of Open Access principles and progress around the world. To kick-off the week PLOS, SPARC, and OASPA are pleased to announce an updated version of... Full article

October 20, 2014

PLOS appoints new Chief Editors of PLOS Biology

PLOS is pleased to announce that Dr. Chris Ferguson and Dr. Emma Ganley have been appointed as joint Chief Editors to PLOS Biology, effective October 13. Both are based in the... Full article

October 15, 2014

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