• Research Outputs and Open Access Bill 2024 Available for Comments Now!!! URL

      The latest version of the bill is here, and we're eager to hear your thoughts. This is your chance to let us know what resonates with you, what needs improvement, and any suggestions you have!

      How to Get Involved:

      • Read & Review: Take a look at the current version of the bill.
      • Share Your Thoughts: Leave a comment, and let us know what you think!
      • Spread the Word: Share this post to encourage others to add their comments too.
    • The Draft Open Access Policy is Available for Comments Now!!! URL

      We are pleased to announce that the Open Access Policy framework is available for review and input. This draft is a significant step and your expertise and feedback are invaluable to this process.

      How to Contribute:

      • Examine the Draft: Carefully review the proposed policy, considering its potential impact on academic accessibility, knowledge sharing, and institutional collaboration.
      • Provide Insightful Feedback: Share your thoughts, critiques, and suggestions to strengthen and refine the policy framework.
      • Engage in Scholarly Discussion: Engage constructively with comments from peers to foster a well-rounded, collaborative review process.

      Your thoughtful input is essential in shaping the framework. We look forward to your contributions.

    • Share Your Feedback on the Open Access Policy Framework and Draft Bill Page

      We invite your insights on the SCOIR Open Access Policy Framework and Draft Bill. Your feedback is essential to refining policies that support 100% open access to publicly funded research in Ireland. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts in our consultation process. All responses are anonymous.

      Thank you for helping shape the future of open access in Ireland!

    • Unharnessing Open Research in Ireland Forum
      This is a kind reminder to register for our upcoming event, "Unharnessing Open Research in Ireland", on October 23, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Trinity Long Room Hub, Dublin. 
       
      If you plan to attend virtually, please register to receive the Zoom link.
       
      To register, please use the QR code in the attached flyer or Register here.

      Please do not hesitate to forward the invitation to your network. 

      For more on SCOIR please follow us on LinkedIn 

      We look forward to having you with us.
       

      *please click the title to view the Draft Bill and Open Access Policy Framework.

    • Newsletter October Page
    • Draft Bill File

      • Draft model legislation to ensure open access to major Research Outputs produced by researchers and academics at Irish Institutions. 

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    • Newsletter File
    • Participate in our institutional policy survey Forum

      As part of our project, we are conducting a succinct survey to gather insights and experiences from across the academic and research community. This survey, comprising just four questions, is designed to be both accessible and respectful of your time, estimated to take no more than a minute or two to complete. Your feedback will be invaluable in shaping our recommendations and strategies moving forward.

      To learn more about the SCOIR project and to contribute to the survey, please visit: [Survey Link]

    • Welcome to SCOIR (Secondary rights, Copyright, Open access, Institutional policies, and Rights retention)! "Scoir" is the Irish word for “unharness”, and this project aims to unharness the power of open research.
       
      Fáilte chuig SCOIR (Cearta tánaisteacha, Cóipcheart, Rochtain Oscailte, Beartais institiúideacha, agus Cearta choinneálta)!  Sé aidhm an tionscadal seo scoir a bhaint as cumhacht taighde oscailte.
      Ireland has a longer history with copyright than many countries: the first recorded copyright judgment was the decision of King Diarmaid in the dispute between Saint Columba and Saint Finian in 561 CE. “To every cow its calf, to every book its copy,” he ruled, affirming Finian's copyright against Columba's infringement. The judgment was a world first, and this project will continue Ireland's proud tradition of copyright innovation.

      The SCOIR project is two-year project (2023-2025) funded by the National Open Research Forum (NORF). SCOIR aims to support the goal of 100% open access to publicly-funded research publications by adopting a two-pronged approach to policy and legislative change:

      1.     Develop a secondary publishing right for Ireland, drafting legislation in support of secondary publication rights based on an analysis of international and Irish law.

      2.     Develop an open access policy framework for both funders and institutions that is aligned with the National Action Plan for Open Research and international best practice.

      The project is jointly led by Trinity College Dublin and Technological University Dublin and is supported by a consortium of a wide range of partners and affiliates along with an international advisory board.

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