Emerald Publishing

Congratulations to the editor of “Intelligent Buildings and Infrastructure with Sustainable and Social Values”, Derek Clements-Croome, who launched the book at Arcadis, 80 Fenchurch Street, on Wednesday. Attendees got to hear from Derek and meet some of the many authors of this third edition, which features contributions from a wide range of industry and academic leaders. The book is a comprehensive guide and an international reference source to the latest knowledge on the design, management, operation and technology of intelligent buildings and cities for sustainable developments that meet the needs of users now and in the future. Click here for more information and to order your copy: https://bit.ly/4eV866V

Benefit from increased engagement and dissemination of your research, whilst helping to solve global challenges by publishing with #JSIBR, a new fully #OpenAccess journal aligned with #SDG12. 🔎 Find out more: https://bit.ly/4bC6xc6 SERVSIG ServCollab American Marketing Association ANZMAC Journal of Social Impact in Business Research Prof. Rebekah Russell-Bennett

Feedback from our community is often around how confusing the open access (OA) landscape can be to navigate. We understand this. It's complex and can be difficult to keep up to speed with the latest developments. For part three of our Open Access Week series of blogs, Emerald's Regional Director for Southern & Eastern Europe, Laura Bonald, delves into just a few of the OA models and what they mean, from transformative agreements to subscribe to open. Laura concludes with the need to find an equitable approach that increases OA routes for all authors, across the globe. We remain open-minded that together, with all stakeholders involved, that this will one day happen. Read the full blog, here: https://bit.ly/3BZ5aIn #OAWeek #OpenAccess #Equity

Providing sustainable open access (OA) that works for all has always been our goal. This is why our approach is embodied by the phrase ‘Open to All'. Over the years, our OA journey has evolved as we've listened to what the research community needs and wants. We've experimented with different models and we've changed direction as a result. What hasn't changed though is staying open-minded about the future OA landscape. Part two of our Open Access Week series of blogs explains all this and more. Follow the link to find out more: https://bit.ly/3YhSEuT #OAWeek #OpenAccess #OpenToAll

#OAWeek is here! While open access (OA) remains a sector challenge, Open Access Week is an opportunity for us all to take action and keep momentum moving forward. We don't have all the answers, but we do believe that diversity drives better outcomes for society and that this should include a diversity of publishing models and publishers within the ecosystem. So, throughout the week, we're taking the opportunity to introduce a series of blogs that offer frank and honest reflections on the current OA landscape from our perspective and experience and are based on thousands of interactions with the research and library communities. Today's blog by Tony Roche, Emerald's Chief Officer: Publishing & Strategic Relationships, discusses the Plan S initiative, its challenges and unintended impacts. Follow the link to read the full blog and please add any questions or thoughts in the comments below. ▶️ https://bit.ly/3YgBvSd #OAWeek #OpenAccess #Diversity

We are delighted to announce the launch of our latest Gold Open Access journal - Global Smart Food Systems! GSFS is cutting edge, inter-/trans-disciplinary that delves into the intricate web of food systems worldwide whilst contributing to the 17 UN SDGs. To learn more and submit your research, click here https://bit.ly/4dRsQLR

Our latest journal in our new Gold Open Access collection, Artificial Intelligence in Education, is seeking research contributions for two forthcoming special issues that delve into the integration of generative AI in teaching and learning. Article Processing Charges (APC) are waived for all manuscripts submitted in the first year. Find out more and submit your research https://bit.ly/3NkcoZZ

If you're an author based in South Asia, this may be of interest.... Our 2024 Emerald South Asia LIS Research Fund Award is currently accepting research proposals in the field of library and information science (LIS). The winning research proposal will be awarded £2,000 (before taxes), to fund or part-fund the project. But hurry, the last date for submissions is 31 October 2024. Follow the link for full details and criteria, here: https://bit.ly/46HkPr7 #LISResearch #ResearchFunding #LibraryScience #SubmitNow #AcademicPublishing

Did you know that a recent report conducted by Pro Bono Economics found that more than a quarter of five-year-olds in England didn’t meet expected levels of literacy?   From being able to experience the joy of reading, to improved opportunities later in life, literacy in early years is of vital importance. In fact, reading for pleasure among young children is more strongly correlated with academic success than their parental income levels.    We believe every child should have the same life chances and access to education and learning, which is why we've partnered with Chapter One UK, a charity that connects schools with companies who sponsor their employees as online reading volunteers. Every week each volunteer spends 30 minutes reading with the same child throughout the academic year using Chapter One's bespoke platform. This regular, consistent reading with the same adult has proven to help transform each child's reading ability and confidence.    The partnership comes as Emerald's CEO, Vicky Williams, has been made Chair of Business in the Community's Literacy Taskforce. The Taskforce is currently focusing on the Keighley area of Bradford, where Chapter One has a waiting list of schools who would like to take part.    If you're part of an organisation that would also like to get involved, your business can help by supporting one or more teams of 10 employee volunteers with a donation of £3,400 for each team. This helps to cover operational, equipment and training costs. Each organisation nominates a co-ordinator to lead volunteer recruitment and be the main point of contact with the charity. To find out more or to get involved contact sarah.taylor@chapterone.org.   If you're an individual who'd like to support the Literacy Taskforce's work with Chapter One, you can donate to Vicky's JustGiving page. Your money will be well spent supporting vital literacy work in Bradford and Keighley. Donate here: https://bit.ly/4esz0TT   You have the power to make a real and lasting difference to children’s lives in Bradford and Keighley.

Deadline extended - The Africa & Middle East Emerald Case Writing Competition You asked, we listened! We're pleased to announce that the deadline for the Africa & Middle East Emerald Case Writing Competition has been extended to 15 October. We invite authors based at African or Middle Eastern higher education institutions, including Türkiye and Pakistan, to submit business teaching cases focused on emerging markets in their region. The winning case will receive up to $1,000, and have their case study published globally. Further information can be found on the competition homepage here - https://bit.ly/47BZ1h6 #teachingcases #research