Open Access: Opening or Closing Doors for Junior Faculty?
The Open Access movement has transformed the landscape of medical publishing. Federal regulations regarding Open Access have expanded in the USA, and journals have adapted by offering a variety of Open Access models that range widely in cost and accessibility. For junior faculty with little to no fu...
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Published in | Journal of general internal medicine : JGIM Vol. 39; no. 13; pp. 2571 - 2575 |
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Main Authors | , , , , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
Published |
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Springer International Publishing
01.10.2024
Springer Nature B.V |
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Summary: | The Open Access movement has transformed the landscape of medical publishing. Federal regulations regarding Open Access have expanded in the USA, and journals have adapted by offering a variety of Open Access models that range widely in cost and accessibility. For junior faculty with little to no funding, navigating this ever-changing landscape while simultaneously balancing the pressures of publication and promotion may present a particular challenge. Open Access provides the opportunity to amplify the reach and impact of scientific research, yet it often comes at a cost that may not be universally affordable. In this perspective, we discuss the impact of Open Access through the lens of junior faculty in general internal medicine. We describe the potential benefits and pitfalls of Open Access on junior faculty with a focus on research dissemination and cost. Finally, we propose sustainable solutions at the individual and systems-level to help navigate the world of Open Access to promote career growth and development. |
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ISSN: | 0884-8734 1525-1497 1525-1497 |
DOI: | 10.1007/s11606-024-08921-5 |