Measuring Open Access Uptake: Methods and Metrics to Assess a Market Transformation

Ahmad Yaman Abdin () and Francesco De Pretis ()
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Ahmad Yaman Abdin: Division of Pharmasophy, School of Pharmacy, Saarland University, 66123 Saarbrüecken, Germany
Francesco De Pretis: Department of Communication and Economics, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, 42121 Reggio Emilia, Italy

Publications, 2024, vol. 12, issue 4, 1-5

Abstract: In this editorial, we will introduce the contributions to the Special Issue entitled “ Measuring Open Access Uptake: Databases, Metrics, and International Comparisons .” The contributions to this Special Issue explore the methods and metrics that are used to assess open access (OA) uptake across disciplines and regions, a crucial topic considering the growing push by several research institutions worldwide to achieve 100% OA. We will discuss the impact of OA on scholarly publishing, focusing on how economic factors and discipline-specific practices shape its adoption. Additionally, we will examine the transformation of OA models, the citation benefits of a hybrid OA model, and regional perspectives. Our analysis identifies key challenges and disparities in OA adoption and suggests future directions for achieving sustainable and equitable access to research.

Keywords: measurement methods; regional disparities; sustainability; open access; publication market transformation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: A2 D83 L82 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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