8 May 2024
Under this collaboration, authors publishing with select Canadian Science Publishing journals will now have the opportunity to archive their underlying research data with Dryad at no cost, amplifying the accessibility and transparency of scientific findings.
The partnership underscores CSP's unwavering commitment to advancing open science principles and fortifying its support for open research data. By eliminating barriers and streamlining the process for authors to share their data, CSP aims to facilitate compliance with institutional and funder data policies while enhancing the overall author experience.
Participating journals in this collaborative endeavor include:
• Arctic Science (open access)
• Drone Systems and Applications (open access)
• FACETS (open access)
• Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences (with open access options available)
Authors opting to archive their data with Dryad can rest assured that their submissions will undergo a rigorous review process. Dryad's team of expert curators meticulously evaluates metadata and data files to ensure they meet the highest standards of quality and can be readily reused by the scientific community. Upon publication, the archived data will receive a persistent identifier, such as a Digital Object Identifier (DOI), and will be licensed for reuse following established standards.
Moreover, authors will have access to valuable insights into the reach and impact of their data through Dryad's built-in metrics, allowing them to track views and downloads over time. This transparency empowers researchers to gauge the broader impact of their work and contributes to a culture of accountability and collaboration within the scientific community.
As CSP and Dryad join forces to advance open data practices, the scientific community stands to benefit from increased access to valuable research data, driving discovery and progress in fields ranging from Arctic science to aquatic sciences and beyond. This collaborative effort underscores the collective resolve to promote transparency, reproducibility, and openness in scientific research, paving the way for a more inclusive and impactful scientific enterprise.