Secondary publication rights in the EU: the legislative path to open access
a via legislativa para o acesso aberto
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https://doi.org/10.18225/ci.inf.v54i2.7240Keywords:
Copyright, Open Access, Secondary Publication RightAbstract
The road to opening up scientific knowledge has been paved by countless initiatives, players and strategies. Some countries have opted for the legislative route, enshrining secondary publication rights. This right allows the author, under certain conditions, to make their work publicly available, in addition to and independently of the initial publication. The legislation of eight countries in the European Union is briefly analyzed. A critical perspective on the model is offered. It concludes that the adoption of a secondary publication right should be considered by all countries. Among the advantages, it allows researchers and institutions to be relieved of some burden they currently bear in pursuing public interest policies.
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