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Category: Research
The new Open Access Journal Browser
The new branded and revised UM/MUMC+ Open Access Journal Browser. Use the Journal Browser to find all relevant Open Access and APC discount information from the national deals and local arrangements with publishers.
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Maastricht University Library celebrates International Open Access Week 2021
During International Open Access Week 2021, we celebrate Open Access at Maastricht University with extra attention to new developments, services and tips. Read on to find out about eight ways to celebrate Open Access Week with us.
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Free Open Access publishing quota at Springer Nature and Emerald almost reached
After reaching the quota, you can not apply for the 100% discount on the costs for Open Access publishing with these two publishers until the end of the year. Read more about these quotas and your alternatives.
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Introducing EBSCO eBooks™ Open Access Monograph Collection
EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) is releasing a new multidisciplinary collection of e-books containing thousands of high-quality open access (OA) e-books from the world’s most trusted university presses and scholarly publishers.
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Library+ Research update – August 2021
Library+ Research update – August 2021
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Responsible metrics
At Maastricht University Library, we are committed to the responsible use of indicators. We believe that quantitative indicators should support, not replace, qualitative evaluations. Read on and find out how we can help you to evaluate your research impact.
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Altmetric Explorer: insight into mentions of your work
Altmetric is a platform that gathers altmetrics, a new type of alternative metrics that captures the societal impact of research output instead of traditional metrics such as citation counts. Find out about Altmetric Explorer and how you can use it.
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Persistent identifiers DOI and ORCID
A persistent identifier (PID) is a permanent reference and unique identifier to an object independent of the storage location. The identifier ensures machine readability and that one can always find the object, even if its name or storage location changes.
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Pure: UM’s Current Research Information System
Pure is more than just UM’s research information system. You can use it to make you and your work better findable and accessible. Find out how Pure and the Research Support team can help you boost your academic profile.
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ReproducibiliTea journal club – 22 June 2021
Join our next Maastricht ReproducibiliTea (zoom) meeting on Tuesday 22 June 2021 from 13.00-14.00! During ReproducibiliTea journal club meetings we examine topics related to reproducibility, open science, research quality, and good/bad research practices.
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