US congress introduces Federal Research Public Access Act
19 April 2010
The Federal Research Public Access Act of 2010 (FRPAA) has been introduced in the US House of Representatives
James Gray assesses the situation and how it can be addressed
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SPARC guide explores OA funds
15 March 2010
SPARC has released a guide and supporting web resource exploring campus-based open-access publishing funds
Open-access supporters oppose US bill
19 February 2009
SPARC is asking all supporters of public access to oppose the reintroduction of the 'Fair Copyright in Research Works Act' in the USA.
Emerald opens North American office
14 August 2008
Emerald Group has set up a North American office based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
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