MPS and Copernicus Publications sign new contract
Max Planck Society (MPS) signs agreement with Copernicus Publications to support open-access-compatible publishing of its scientists.
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SAGE eReference available for UK colleges and universities
JISC Collections agreement for SAGE eReference is now available for colleges and universities in the UK.
NetLibrary announces agreements with 21 international publishers
Thousands of new eBooks and eAudiobooks will be available on NetLibrary following agreements with 21 leading publishers.
Swedish Royal Library funds best practices guide
Swedish Royal Library awards Co-Action Publishing and Lund University Library with substantial funding to create new best practices guide.
Springer and Max Planck Society reach agreement
An agreement between Springer and The Max Planck Society provides access to content on SpringerLink and Open Choice.
New battle against plagiarism
University of Texas researchers develop search engine to curb plagiarism.
African information access boosted
African research capacity is boosted through new high-speed network link.
OCUL expands resources with Springer eBooks
Springer signs agreement with the Ontario Council of University Libraries (OCUL) to provide member libraries with Springer eBook Collection.
New virtual directory for NIH
Collexis to develop virtual knowledge directory for NIH.
Task force takes on digital preservation
Blue ribbon task force addresses the issue of economic sustainability for digital preservation and persistent access.
Google to launch online storage tool
Google is set to offer an online storage facility to scientists via Palimpsest.
Wiley and Swets announce OnlineBooks partnership
Wiley chooses Swets to act as a global sales partner for its range of OnlineBooks.