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Research4life in 2024- Celebrating impact and championing equity
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As 2024 ends, we celebrate a year of empowering researchers, institutions, and communities with equitable access to knowledge, driving sustainable progress.
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How LUANAR engages students with Research4Life from day one
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LUANAR integrates Research4Life into its curriculum from the first year, equipping students with essential research skills to succeed academically. The university's library team plays a critical role, offering training sessions and digital literacy support to ensure students maximize Research4Life resources. Read more to find out about the impact of this early exposure to Research4Life
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Hope amid huge budget cuts: Improving research in Malawi
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Felix, a librarian at Kamuzu University of Health Sciences in Malawi, shares with us how Research4Life is enabling librarians to support students, faculty, and researchers in ways that were once unimaginable. Through workshops and hands-on guidance, Felix is helping researchers access vital information and to conduct impactful studies that have the potential to transform healthcare in Malawi.
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How Hawassa University’s research is boosting food security and transforming agriculture
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Hawassa University in Ethiopia is advancing agricultural research and education through Research4Life, This access is supporting both academic growth and community outreach, as students and faculty apply their research to improve agricultural practices and promote sustainable development.
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Strengthening local scholarly publishing with DOAJ and ASSAf
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Research4Life, in partnership with DOAJ and ASSAf, has been championing open access and best practices in scholarly publishing through a series of impactful workshops tailored for a global audience.
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“Research4Life allowed me to approach research with greater depth and confidence” – A story of career growth and impact
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While Research4Life is best known for supporting users at institutions such as universities, professional schools and teaching hospitals, it also plays a key role in helping graduates make smooth transitions into their professional careers.
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Research4Life Echoes stories from Ukraine
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When the war in Ukraine began, Research4Life waived fees to ensure Ukrainian institutions had uninterrupted access to essential research resources until the end of 2024. Ukrainian users share how this support has helped during the crisis.
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The transformative impact of Research4Life in Liberia
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Discover how Research4Life Country Connectors are transforming Liberia's academic landscape by providing essential tools and resources to students and faculty, fostering widespread positive change despite limited research infrastructure.
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Research and equity: Insights and actions for a global inclusive future
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Personal stories and practical insights from Research4Life underscore the transformative power of collaboration and the effort required to bridge the research access gap.
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Bridging the knowledge divide through international collaborations: Stories from Burkina Faso
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The pivotal role of science in achieving the sustainable development goals is clear and at a time when access to scientific information is critical, partnerships like Research4Life are bridging the gap and facilitating local research in LMICs. The stories of Pascal Soubeiga and Kambou Kadio Kabou highlight the profound impact Research4Life has on research and education in their country.
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Dr. Bazirake (center) and the research team from the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (the IP Office). Photo credit: Natalia Rodriguez (2019).
Transforming innovation in LMICs: A Q&A with WIPO’s Technology and Innovation Support Division
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Find out how TISCs and Research4life are supporting innovators in low and middle-income countries. Check out our insightful Q&A with WIPO's Andrew Czajkowski. Learn how TISCs and ARDI are making a difference and driving innovation in LMICs. Read more in our latest Q&A.
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What does “decolonizing” research mean, and why is it important?
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Our vision for 2030 is to increase participation of researchers from underrepresented regions in both research output and decision-making processes. Find out the best practices for decolonising research and ensuring inclusive projects to achieve a more equitable distribution of knowledge.
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