McMaster libraries now offering open access journal search tool

Are you a McMaster University researcher looking for open access publishing opportunities at reduced or no cost?

McMaster University Libraries are simplifying the search process with the SciFree Journal Search Tool.

SciFree provides a central searchable platform that allows researchers to find journals where they can publish with article processing charges (APC) waived or reduced. Information displayed includes journal title and imprint, journal publishing model, payment options, and licence types.

“We have a growing list of open access agreements with publishers, and this search tool makes it easier for members of our research community to search at journal level and review APC waivers and discounts supported by McMaster University Libraries,” said Wei Zhang, e-resources and collection analysis librarian at McMaster University Library.

Andrea McLellan, head of collections and technical services at the Health Sciences Library, added: “Open access publishing allows McMaster research to be more widely available, and this is known to increase research utilization and impact. We are committed to supporting researchers and students by making our publishing agreements transparent and ensuring that journal title details are easy to access.”

Access SciFree at McMaster

Start your search today using the McMaster open access publishing journal search tool webpage.

More information

To learn more, visit the library support for open access webpage, which includes information about the new Oxford University Press agreement through the Canadian Research Knowledge Network.

For questions or comments, please email Wei Zhang at McMaster University Library at zhangw94@mcmaster.ca or Andrea McLellan at the Health Sciences Library at mclell@mcmaster.ca.