Call for advice on open access

HEFCE is inviting advice on developing the four UK funding bodies’ joint policy on open access in the post-2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF).

Call for advice on open access

This advice will contribute to the development of consultation proposals on implementing an open access requirement in the next REF exercise. The consultation will run later in 2013.

The deadline for responses to our letter is 25 March 2013. Advice is welcomed from anyone with an interest in research and academic publishing.

Representitives from UKCGE recently attended a Forum exploring the issues, impact and future direction of open access research. A report from the forum can be found in the publications section of the website (via resources). Search: open access research.