Open Research is fast becoming a key element of research practices. In addition to a changing academic publishing environment, it is important to make sure that, as a researcher, you understand and navigate these changes well. The University of Sunderland Library's Research and Scholarly Communications team is here to help with your Open Research and Open Access publishing journey. From understanding Open Research and Open Access, to making sure you follow requirements set out by your funder or the REF, we can help.

In general, practising Open Research and publishing Open Access are great ways to make your research more visible and accessible. It also addresses issues raised around the reproducibility of research, as well as the trust and integrity of research. As a University with a mission to be society-shaping, our research should reach far and wide. This guide is here to help you navigate and become part of the changing academic culture.

Should you need any support, please get in touch at sure@sunderland.ac.uk.