The role of the library in scholarly publishing: The University of Manchester experience

Bains, Simon

doi:10.1629/uksg.380

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“…The review disclosed that libraries were offering research data support services such as analysis, publishing and visualization of research data to their users. These results are similar to those of previous studies (Bains, 2017; Borrego et al , 2018). Nowadays, libraries are considered to the primary research support service providers within organizations.…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 93%

“…Furthermore, services related to the organization, dissemination and sharing of data were being provided to patrons. These results are also consistent with past literature (Bains, 2017; Daland, 2016; Todd and Kuhlthau, 2005) findings that had found that libraries offer such services (organization, dissemination and sharing of data). Hence, it can be maintained that role of libraries as research support department cannot be ignored.…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 93%

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Research data services in libraries: a systematic literature review

Safdar

Rehman²,

Arif³

et al. 2022

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Purpose The purpose of this paper was to systematically collect and review all studies which have been conducted on research data services in libraries across the globe. Design/methodology/approach Six world-renowned scholarly databases were searched and Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines were used for the identification and selection of eligible studies. The studies were then assessed using a well-renowned framework for the quality assessment of research studies. Findings The results revealed that the libraries were engaged in providing different types of research data services such as identification, acquisition, management and preservation of research data. They also arranged training programs, supported the publishing and sharing of data and dealt with the licensing and copyright issues related to data. Research limitations/implications The results of this study would be helpful for researchers and organizations, especially those engaged in educational activities, in understanding the current scenario of research data services in the world libraries. Furthermore, the findings offer valuable insights to library professionals regarding the types of research support services available globally. This would enable them to play an integral role in planning, designing and implementing such services in their libraries. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study is the first of its kind that systematically collects and reviews the literature on research data services in libraries worldwide.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 93%

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 93%

Research data services in libraries: a systematic literature review

Safdar

Rehman²,

Arif³

et al. 2022

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“…Another feature in the development of DLP is its business model, which does not concentrate on making a profit (Bains, 2017;Raju & Pietersen, 2017;Skinner, Lippincott, Sper, & Walters, 2014). This was evident in the description of the publishing services offered at the Virginia Technical Libraries: "Library publishing services are free" (McMillan & Lawrence, 2013, p. 28).…”

Section: Growth Of Library Publishing Servicesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…For the purposes of our study, we defined DLP as a set of activities conducted by college and university libraries to support institutional communities in developing, managing, and distributing online publications, including journals, conference materials, monographs, and other scholarly content. DLP services help scholars share their research through new and emerging publishing models in a constantly changing academic communication environment, and help control and solve the problems and issues related to electronic publishing (Bains, 2017;Ginther, Lackner, & Kaier, 2017;Raju, & Pietersen, 2017;Tracy, 2017). This trend becomes evident when examining how localized digital publishing services are in high demand by researchers in the United States (USA), Canada, Australia, Germany, the United Kingdom, Austria, Sweden and other countries (Bonn, & Furlough, 2015;Depping, 2014;).…”

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confidence: 99%

An Analysis of Digital Library Publishing Services in Ukrainian Universities

Kolesnykova¹,

Matveyeva²

2019

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Abstract Objective – The objective of this study was to assess the current state of digital library publishing (DLP) in university libraries in the Ukraine. The study was conducted in the hopes of gaining a better understanding of the DLP landscape, namely institutional operations, as well as their varying publishing initiatives, processes, and scope. Methods – The current study was conducted from January to June 2017 using a mixed methods approach, involving semi-structured interviews and an online questionnaire. Semi-structured interviews were conducted (n = 11) to gain insight into participants’ experiences with DLP. The interviews helped in the creation of the questions included in our online questionnaire. The questionnaire was distributed to 195 representatives (directors and leading specialists) of university libraries in the Ukraine. Replies were received from 111 of those institutions. The questionnaire consisted of 11 open- and closed-ended questions to allow the researchers to obtain a holistic picture of the process under investigation. Results – Analysis of the 111 questionnaires showed that for 26 libraries, DLP services were performed by employees of a separate structural unit of the library. For 34 libraries, employees of various departments were involved in performing certain types of services. The other 40 respondents’ libraries were planning to do this in the near future. Only 11 respondents replied that they did provide DLP services now nor planned to in the future. Among the libraries providing DLP services, the following results were observed: 54 of 60 work with digital repositories, 47 provide digital publishing platforms for journals, 26 provide digital publishing platforms for books, and 23 provide digital publishing platforms for conferences. Conclusions – The results obtained indicate a growing trend of expanding digital services in university libraries to support study, teaching, and research. Despite the still spontaneous, chaotic, and poorly explored nature of the development of the library publishing movement in the university libraries of the Ukraine, the readiness of librarians to implement publishing activities is notable. At the same time, the survey results point to specific aspects, such as organizational, economic, personnel, and motivational, that require further study.

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“…Libraries in the age of transition to the digital economy and digital society are often pioneers in their universities in organizing and implementing digital scholarly and educational communication initiatives. Deciding to strengthen their position at universities, they are not afraid to experiment, challenge the status quo, and launch new services to meet the needs of new users and new strategies for developing their institutions (Bains, 2017;Kolesnykova & Matveyeva, 2019). The international editorial board appreciates the contribution of each author.…”

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