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Hardin Library Hosts Open Access Workshop
Event covers policies, publishers, and avoiding predatory practices in open access publishing
Apr. 7, 2026 at 12:00pm
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A conceptual illustration depicting the intricate web of open access publishing policies, journals, and potential pitfalls that researchers must navigate.Iowa City TodayThe Hardin Library at the University of Iowa is hosting an open access workshop on April 7, 2026 that will cover the basics of open access publishing, the NIH Public Access policy, evaluating open access journal options, and identifying predatory publishing scams. The event is open to all University of Iowa affiliates and Iowa residents, with advance registration required for the virtual Zoom session.
Why it matters
Open access to scientific research is a crucial issue, as it aims to make scholarly literature freely available to the public. However, the open access landscape also includes predatory publishers that exploit this model, so education on best practices is important for researchers.
The details
The workshop will provide an overview of open access, including how it relates to the NIH Public Access policy, a review of open access journals in the biomedical sciences, and guidance on identifying and avoiding predatory publishing scams. Attendees will learn best practices for evaluating their open access options when publishing research.
- The open access workshop will take place on April 7, 2026.
The players
Hardin Library Reference Desk
The reference desk at the Hardin Library, which is part of the University of Iowa's library system.
What’s next
Advance registration is required for the Zoom session of the workshop, though walk-ins are welcome for the in-person event. Virtual registrants will receive a Zoom invite within 2 days of signing up.
The takeaway
This workshop aims to empower researchers to navigate the open access publishing landscape, make informed decisions about their options, and avoid falling victim to predatory publishers that can undermine the integrity of scholarly communication.
