In the context of our academic work, the publication of our research is crucial. The landscape of scientific publishing is constantly evolving, and it is important to understand the implications of the choices we make as authors. Two major options are available to us: traditional publication in paywalled journals and open access publication. Each of these options has its merits, and the final decision remains at the discretion of the individual. However, within open access publishing itself, there are many options, and it is important to discuss the benefits and challenges associated with these types of publications. During this session we will explore:

The open access peer review process,

Publication costs borne by authors (article processing charges, APC, as well as funding opportunities through BST),

Transformation agreements between publishers and institutions,

The ethical considerations associated with different options,

to better inform our choices of journals and publishers when publishing our research.

The presentation will be given in English and will last approximately half an hour, followed by a question-and-answer session. Your questions and concerns are welcome to make this session as interactive as possible. We encourage all researchers at the Institute to attend, regardless of their position or status. Please feel free to invite your colleagues and students who may also find this discussion relevant!