What is it about?
A new paper in Insights outlines a practical model for publishers to set globally fair and transparent prices. By linking pricing to clear economic indicators and purchasing price parity, this approach aims to make scholarly publishing more equitable and inclusive for researchers everywhere.
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Why is it important?
The paper offers a roadmap to fairer, clearer pricing practices that publishers of any size can adapt. It’s a step toward leveling the playing field and supporting open, equitable access to scholarly publishing worldwide.
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We were absolutely delighted to be awarded this project by cOAlition S, and are so grateful for input from many funders, librarians, publishers, and researchers around the world.
Dr. Alicia Wise
Information Power Ltd
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This page is a summary of: A model for publishers to introduce globally fair and transparent pricing, Insights the UKSG journal, July 2025, Ubiquity Press, Ltd.,
DOI: 10.1629/uksg.695.
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