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Oxford University Press open-access cap reached for 2024: What you need to know
Following our recent announcement about Springer and LWW, we now report that Oxford University Press’s 2024 open access cap has been reached. Learn about your publishing options and alternative routes to keep your research accessible.
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Research Data Management support services from the University Library
The University Library’s Research Data Management (RDM) support services guide researchers in handling their data responsibly throughout the research life cycle, from planning to sharing and preserving data. Learn more about these services and how UM researchers experience them.
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Change in Single Sign-On (SSO) login for Pure
On 15 November, SSO login in Pure will change to SURFconext, the service for federated identity management for higher education and research in the Netherlands.
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New NWO funding to flip journals to Diamond Open Access
Are you an editor of an academic subscription journal? The Dutch Research Council (NWO) has announced a new funding opportunity to support the transition of existing journals to a diamond open-access model.
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Springer and LWW open access caps reached for 2024: What you need to know
This is an important update for Maastricht University researchers: We reached the prepaid 2024 open access caps for Springer and LWW. Learn about your publishing options and alternative routes to making your research accessible.
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Is ISBN registration necessary for my PhD dissertation?
Are you curious about ISBN registration for your PhD dissertation? This post explains whether it’s necessary and what alternatives are available at Maastricht University. Read on to make an informed decision about identifying and sharing your research.
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Student Experience Survey 2024: What if education could be cheaper for students?
In Spring 2024, the Open Science in Education team at the University Library conducted a survey with over 400 Maastricht University (UM) students to explore their awareness and engagement with Open Science practices. The primary aim was to understand students’ awareness and engagement with various Open Science practices throughout their educational journey at UM. In addition, the survey summarises their thoughts and beliefs on making education accessible for all at UM.
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Talking about books XIII
Nozizwe Dube, PhD candidate in International Law at the Faculty of Law, presents Critical Race Theory: The Key Writings that Formed the Movement, edited by Kimberlé Crenshaw and others.
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Highlights from the National Open Science Festival 2024
On 22 October, Maastricht University (UM) proudly hosted the 4th edition of the National Open Science Festival. Guided by the motto ‘Meet, share, inspire, care’ over 350 visitors from the education and research sectors across the Netherlands gathered for a day of engaging discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities, all focused on advancing Open Science.
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Closing the digital skills gap. A new pilot for students: Digital Skills Corner
A small-scale study among UM students revealed that not all students possess the digital skills expected of them during their studies. Teachers assume that all students have basic digital skills, but due to the diverse student population, this is not always the case.
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