NIH Mandates Immediate Open Access for All Funded Research
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has implemented a new policy mandating that all research it funds must be publicly accessible immediately upon publication, a move that accelerates efforts to promote open access to taxpayer-funded research. This policy change, initially set for December, reflects a push by the Trump administration to reassess the traditional subscription model of scientific publishing, which often restricts access to paying subscribers. Such a shift may significantly impact healthcare professionals, as it aims to reduce the financial barriers to accessing vital research findings, ultimately fostering a more informed and equitable landscape in health-related fields. The initiative has garnered support from the Department of Health and Human Services, which highlights its potential to provide better value for public investment in research.
