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The Sustainability and Stability of Open and Closed Access Publishing

We are delighted to welcome Lisa Janicke Hinchliffe as the third speaker in our Open Divide series. On June 25, 2025, 5 p.m. CEST, she will critically examine the long-term sustainability of both open and closed access publishing models, focusing on their financial and scholarly implications.

👉Abstract
The debate over open access versus closed access publishing often rightly centers on issues of affordability, accessibility, and equity—but what about long-term sustainability? This talk examines the financial and scholarly implications of open and closed access publishing, including considerations of publishing infrastructure, funding models, and the research ecosystem. By analyzing the costs and benefits for authors, publishers, and libraries, one can consider whether open access offers a more viable path forward for scholarly communication or if closed access remains essential for financial stability. Attendees will gain a more nuanced understanding of the sustainability challenges and opportunities within both publishing paradigms.

👉 About Lisa
Professor & Coordinator for Research Professional Development, University Library, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

👉 Registration Link
https://unilu.webex.com/weblink/register/rfbb0ee6b8d7a1157196cd61d253a9316

👉 Please see also the full overview of all upcoming talks in the series.

We’re very much looking forward to her contribution and the opportunity to welcome participants from around the globe.


OpenEdition suggests that you cite this post as follows:
Ulrich Herb (June 14, 2025). The Sustainability and Stability of Open and Closed Access Publishing. Open Divide. Retrieved July 15, 2025 from https://opendivide.hypotheses.org/435


Published by Ulrich Herb

Graduate sociologist, information scientist (PhD degree), associate of scidecode science consulting – De Castro, Herb, Rothfritz GbR, working for the Saarland University and State Library (Germany)

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