As discussed in an Editorial Snapshot published in January, January 1, 2020 had been set as the start date for the Plan S initiative. Established by major funding agencies for research in Europe, Plan S aims to limit where researchers can publish their research if it is funded by public grants.
As the home of the world’s first coal-fired power station, Britain has long been one of the world’s major consumers of fossil fuels. However, in the face of growing alarm about the state of the Earth’s climate, Britain has made strides to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels and these efforts are making a measurable difference.
It is recognized that almost every biomedical science publication has more than one author, and the number of authors listed on the title page of each publication has been growing over time. In the current social climate in which there is concern about equality and fairness, some scientists have wondered whether authorship designation is also being carried out in a fair and equitable manner.
Earth’s megafauna, such as the American bison and blue whale, are not only the most physically impressive species, they are also those most at risk for extinction. Global awareness of the importance of biodiversity and the growing threat to numerous species it at an all-time high.
