Research funders Open Access requirements

A large proportion of our research is funded by taxes. Research funders therefore require that results are made publicy available.

Most funding agencies require from researchers who receive funding that they publish open access. This can be done in two different ways: 

  1. Publishing in journals offering open access.
  2. Self-archiving/parallel publishing. This option means the accepted version of the manuscript can be disseminated in an open database, e.g. DiVA. Many journals and publishers do only allow self-archiving after an embargo period. To find what conditions apply to your journal of choice, check Jisc Open Policy Finder. 

Have you received research grants and are uncertain about how to comply to funders requirements do not hesitate to contact publiceringsstod@kau.se.