Pressing the 'send' key - preferential journal access in developing countries

Author: Silver, Keith

Source: Learned Publishing, Volume 15, Number 2, 1 April 2002 , pp. 91-98(8)

Publisher: Association of Learned and Professional Society Publishers

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Abstract:

Arguably the most striking recent departure in online publishing has been the succession of initiatives designed to provide free or reduced-rate journal access to the developing world. This article examines the motives behind some of these campaigns and probes the difficulties associated with supplying scientific information equitably, productively, and to an appropriate readership in developing or transitional countries. It considers the strengths and weaknesses of the main solutions currently on offer, while advocating a more unified approach based on the three C's of co-ordination, comprehensiveness, and clarity.

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Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1087/09531510252848845

Publication date: 2002-04-01

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North American Editor: Diane Scott-Lichter
Reviews Editor: Pippa Smart

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