Open Access
Open Access is a publishing model for scholarly communication that makes research information available to readers at no cost, as opposed to the traditional subscription model. WUR Library supports you in Open Access publishing.
WUR is strongly committed to Open Science developments and strives to make scientific publications available through Open Access (see WUR Strategic Plan 2019-2022, p.15 and Extension & Update of the Strategic Plan 2019-2024, p.5)
By publishing your work Open Access, you increase the transparency of your research and your scientific impact. You also enhance the use of scientific knowledge in society.
WUR Library can help you with Open Access related questions. Feel free to contact WUR Open Access Support.
Quickstarter Open Access publishing
Use the step-by-step Quickstarter to find the best way to publish your work Open Access.
WUR Journal Browser
Use WUR Journal Browser to select the best Open Access journal for your publication.
Open Access publishing routes
There are two main routes to make research outputs openly accessible.
Open Access: pros and cons
Brief explanation of the main advantages and disadvantages of Open Access publishing.
Funder Open Access policies
Overview of the Open Access policies of major research funders.
WUR Open Access policy
Wageningen University & Research policy is to publish research results Open Access in accordance with the policy of the Dutch government.
Open Access agreements and discounts
Open Access agreements allow you to publish Open Access at no or reduced costs.
Taverne Amendment
Use the Taverne Amendment to make your work available to the public free of charge.