Explore the topics covered in Dr. Tegen's talk, including how ACS Publications operates as a trusted partner to support the chemistry community through the transition to open science.
In February 2024, The National Academies' Chemical Sciences Roundtable hosted a 1.5-day workshop on the Future Implications of Open Access and FAIR Data Practices on Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Publications.
Among the speakers was ACS Publications' Senior Vice President and Chief Publishing Officer, Sara Tegen, Ph.D., who spoke about how ACS operates as a trusted partner to support the chemistry community through the transition to open science.
Sarah's talk, which can be found in the Session One recording, covered a variety of topics, including:
- Drivers of growth in chemistry publishing
- The role of mission-driven publishers in assuring research integrity
- Research data sharing and the FAIR principles—including future plans
- Growing open access in chemistry
- Supporting zero-embargo green open access mandates
- The growth of preprints on ChemRxiv
Sarah also participated in a lively panel discussion about various topics related to open access and open data.
You can see Sarah's talk here, or explore the full workshop's recordings through the National Academies Earth and Life Studies YouTube channel.