Open Access news

On November 4, 2026, LIBER will host an English-language webinar titled “Improving Open Access Practices in European Research Libraries,” which will showcase library initiatives aimed at advancing open access. During the event, seven European research libraries will present their open access projects—implemented as part of the LIBER Cascading Grants 2026 program—and share the experiences and best practices gained during their execution. The webinar is free to attend but requires registration; it offers valuable insights into successful methods for providing institutional support for open science and open access.

On November 4, 2026, LIBER will host an English-language webinar titled “Improving Open Access Practices in European Research Libraries,” which will showcase library initiatives aimed at advancing open access. During the event, seven European research libraries will present their open access projects—implemented as part of the LIBER Cascading Grants 2026 program—and share the experiences and best practices gained during their execution. The webinar is free to attend but requires registration; it offers valuable insights into successful methods for providing institutional support for open science and open access.

On October 21, 2026, Clarivate is organizing a Hungarian-language webinar titled "Exploring and Leveraging the Potential of Open Science," which highlights the roles of open science and research intelligence in enhancing the visibility of scientific outputs. The presentation will demonstrate how tools like Web of Science facilitate the discovery of open-access research, the measurement of research impact, the identification of collaborations, and the development of research strategies. This free webinar—open to researchers, librarians, research managers, and institutional leaders—requires registration and offers practical guidance on increasing the accessibility, visibility, and societal impact of research findings.

The OpenAIRE Train-the-Trainer Bootcamp aims to prepare professionals working in the field of research support for delivering training on current issues in Open Science, Open Access publishing, and research data management. Staff members from the ELTE University Library and Archives also participated in the program, held 25–29 May, 2026, further expanding and deepening their professional knowledge.

Bentham Science Publishers is providing three-month trial access to its journals to EISZ member institutions, including ELTE, between April 1 and June 30. The publisher, which focuses on the fields of natural sciences, engineering and medicine, offers more than 130 journals indexed in international databases, which can be accessed from the ELTE network, via VPN or Shibboleth. During the trial period, Open Access publishing is also available to ELTE-affiliated authors, the conditions and technical details of which will be provided by the university library.