Elsevier and Vanderbilt University’s Heard Libraries Establish Landmark Five-Year Open Access Transformative

The transformative agreement, which is effective through 2028, provides Vanderbilt researchers with access to high-quality research published in Elsevier’s extensive portfolio of journals. Vanderbilt researchers will also enjoy expanded open access publishing options in those journals, enhancing the visibility and impact of their work. The agreement supports a sustainable scholarly publishing model that aligns with values of openness, inclusivity and equity.

Jon Shawopens in new tab/window, University Librarian, said: “This exciting new partnership with Elsevier strengthens our libraries’ commitment to improve information access at Vanderbilt and promote collaborative scholarship across our community. The agreement not only encompasses access to Elsevier’s leading peer-reviewed journals but also expands our scholars’ publishing impact by extending the reach of their research.”

James Tonna, VP Research Sales, Americas at Elsevier, added: "We are excited to work closely with Vanderbilt University to advance open science. This transformative agreement marks a significant step toward a more inclusive and accessible research ecosystem, fostering innovation and collaboration."

The partnership reflects the commitment of Elsevier and Vanderbilt to contribute to global knowledge sharing and to enhance interdisciplinary collaboration through open access. The five-year transformative agreement will enable researchers to build on each other's work and accelerate scientific discovery, driving positive change in the scholarly publishing landscape.

Learn more about which Elsevier journals are included in the agreement. Researchers in need of assistance should direct questions to Vanderbilt’s subject librariansopens in new tab/window.

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About Vanderbilt University

Founded in 1873, Vanderbilt University is internationally recognized for its transformative education and research. The university’s 10 schools reside on a parklike campus set in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, providing a collaborative culture that empowers leaders of tomorrow. In addition to offering an immersive residential undergraduate experience, Vanderbilt is deeply committed to expanding the global impact of its innovation and research as it increases opportunities for faculty, students and staff to pursue bold new ideas and discoveries. Learn more at vanderbilt.eduopens in new tab/window.

엘스비어 소개

엘스비어는 첨단 정보와 의사결정 지원 분야의 글로벌 선도 기업이다. 100년 넘게 과학과 헬스케어의 발전을 지원하며 인류 진보에 기여해 왔다. 전 세계 170개국에서 학계 및 기업 연구 커뮤니티와 의사, 간호사, 미래 의료 전문가, 교육자들이 수행하는 중요한 업무를 지원한다. 세계 최고 수준의 근거 기반 과학·의학 콘텐츠와 정밀 AI, 전문가 평가를 토대로 구축한 연구 및 임상 등급 솔루션을 제공하여 의미 있는 변화를 만들어가는 사람들에게 더 나은 성과를 거둘 수 있도록 돕는다. 또한 포용성과 지속가능성 증진에 앞장서며 엘스비어가 지원하는 커뮤니티와 협력한다. 엘스비어 재단(The Elsevier Foundationopens in new tab/window)은 전 세계의 연구 및 보건 파트너십을 지원한다.

엘스비어는 전문가 및 기업 고객에게 정보 기반 분석과 의사결정 도구를 제공하는 글로벌 기업 RELXopens in new tab/window의 일원이다. 자세한 내용은 www.elsevier.com에서 확인할 수 있으며, 소셜미디어 @elsevierconnect를 통해 최신 소식을 받아볼 수 있다.