Webinar – Open Science in Evolution: the contribution of the FCT
FCT, through its digital services unit, FCCN, promotes this session with the aim of raise awareness and promote open science practices with the research community, science managers, students and the general public. To participate in the webinar “Open Science in Evolution: the contribution of the FCT”, which takes place on October 21st at 11 am, just fill out the registration […]
Searches in ProQuest Central
ProQuest Central joins, in the 2025-2027 cycle, the content providers that are part of the all for all b-on package. The database includes content from : EBook Central; ERIC; Library & Information Science Abstract (LISA); ProQuest Central, among others, searchable in the platform her: https://www.proquest.com/
B-on has a new image
b-on, the digital service of the Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT), developed by FCCN, marks 2025 as a year of new developments. It presents a new image and identity: more innovative and cohesive. The rebranding reinforces the service’s connection to FCT and aligns it with the new identity of FCCN. With a modern personality, […]
FCT’s new Open Access Policy promotes the visibility of scientific research results
FCT’s new Open Access Policy was published, which promotes the visibility of scientific research results and reinforces transparency and knowledge dissemination. The Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) has adopted a new Open Access Policy, making it compulsory for scientific publications resulting from research it has funded to be made available in open access. The policy came […]
New b-on cycle 2025-2027
On January 1st 2025 a new b-on cycle has begun. The negotiation with the several content providers is concluded and the following highlights emerge:
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