Substance Abuse, Treatment, Prevention, and Policy
2006
The Importance of Open Access in Substance Abuse Research
Editorial
Author Information
Author(s): Arndt Stephan
Primary Institution: University of Iowa
Conclusion
Open access publishing in substance abuse research aims to reach a wider audience and inform policy effectively.
Supporting Evidence
- Open access allows anyone to read articles without charge.
- Authors retain copyright for their own work.
- Articles are indexed in PubMed immediately on publication.
Takeaway
This article talks about how making research freely available helps more people read it and use it to make better decisions about substance abuse.
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