Open Access news

As part of Open Access Week 2026, CHARM-EU organized a two-day online event showcasing opportunities and institutional practices regarding open-access publishing for researchers and library professionals. Two staff members from the ELTE University Library and Archives delivered presentations: Tibor Móring spoke about supporting open science and library services related to open-access models, while Liza Németh discussed ELTE’s transformative "Read & Publish" agreements and their role in supporting research. The presentations illustrated how the library facilitates open-access publishing through infrastructure, consulting, and administrative support, thereby fostering the institutional implementation of open science.

As part of Open Access Week 2026, CHARM-EU organized a two-day online event showcasing opportunities and institutional practices regarding open-access publishing for researchers and library professionals. Two staff members from the ELTE University Library and Archives delivered presentations: Tibor Móring spoke about supporting open science and library services related to open-access models, while Liza Németh discussed ELTE’s transformative "Read & Publish" agreements and their role in supporting research. The presentations illustrated how the library facilitates open-access publishing through infrastructure, consulting, and administrative support, thereby fostering the institutional implementation of open science.

On November 4, 2026, LIBER will host an English-language webinar titled “Improving Open Access Practices in European Research Libraries,” which will showcase library initiatives aimed at advancing open access. During the event, seven European research libraries will present their open access projects—implemented as part of the LIBER Cascading Grants 2026 program—and share the experiences and best practices gained during their execution. The webinar is free to attend but requires registration; it offers valuable insights into successful methods for providing institutional support for open science and open access.

On November 4, 2026, LIBER will host an English-language webinar titled “Improving Open Access Practices in European Research Libraries,” which will showcase library initiatives aimed at advancing open access. During the event, seven European research libraries will present their open access projects—implemented as part of the LIBER Cascading Grants 2026 program—and share the experiences and best practices gained during their execution. The webinar is free to attend but requires registration; it offers valuable insights into successful methods for providing institutional support for open science and open access.

On October 21, 2026, Clarivate is organizing a Hungarian-language webinar titled "Exploring and Leveraging the Potential of Open Science," which highlights the roles of open science and research intelligence in enhancing the visibility of scientific outputs. The presentation will demonstrate how tools like Web of Science facilitate the discovery of open-access research, the measurement of research impact, the identification of collaborations, and the development of research strategies. This free webinar—open to researchers, librarians, research managers, and institutional leaders—requires registration and offers practical guidance on increasing the accessibility, visibility, and societal impact of research findings.