The 6th ALPSP University Press Redux conference, hosted in partnership with Oxford University Press, is set to take place in April 2025 at the Mathematical Institute, Oxford, UK. As the academic publishing landscape undergoes significant transformations, this year’s event will expand its focus beyond university presses to include society publishers, offering a broader discussion on the challenges and opportunities ahead.

With a central theme of transitions in academic publishing, the conference will explore key issues such as the role of AI in scholarly publishing, the continued evolution towards open access, and the delicate balance between collaboration and competition among publishers. These discussions will be crucial for participants at all career stages, providing insights into the future of academic publishing.

ScienceOpen at ALPSP University Press Redux 2025

ScienceOpen is excited to be part of this dynamic event, with Stuart Cooper, Global Business Development Director at ScienceOpen, representing us. As a leading discovery and networking platform for scholarly research, ScienceOpen is committed to supporting university presses in adapting to the shifting publishing landscape by providing innovative tools for open access dissemination, content visibility, and researcher engagement.

Stuart will also be attending the Scholarly Social event on April 3 at Jericho Tavern, a key networking opportunity to connect with publishers and industry professionals in a more informal setting.

Our presence at ALPSP University Press Redux 2025 underscores our dedication to fostering collaboration within the publishing community. Whether navigating the complexities of AI integration, enhancing discoverability in the digital age, or streamlining open access initiatives, ScienceOpen is here to provide tailored solutions for university presses and society publishers alike.

Promoting University Presses on ScienceOpen

University presses play a vital role in academic publishing by upholding rigorous scholarship standards and ensuring that research reaches a global audience. ScienceOpen proudly hosts a growing number of University Press Collections, providing an enriched discovery environment for scholars, librarians, and institutions. These collections amplify the reach of high-quality research, facilitating greater engagement within the academic community.

Featured University Press Collections on ScienceOpen:

• Ansaq Journal (Qatar University Press) – A peer-reviewed journal dedicated to literature, social sciences, humanities, anthropology, media, and translation.
• Qatar University Press – A nonprofit publishing house promoting research-based publications in social sciences, humanities, and STEM.
• Tajseer Journal (Qatar University Press) – Cross-disciplinary research on Arab and Islamic issues.
• The International Review of Law (IRL) (Qatar University Press) – A peer-reviewed law journal with a global legal discourse.
• Leuven University Press Books – A prestigious academic press with interdisciplinary titles in Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences.
• Leiden University Press Books – A globally recognized publisher of scholarly works.
• Wits Journal of Clinical Medicine – A South African peer-reviewed journal focusing on clinical medicine research.
• Maandblad voor Accountancy en Bedrijfseconomie (MAB) (Amsterdam University Press) – Research on business economics relevant to accountants.
• Heritage, Memory and Conflict Journal (HMC) (Amsterdam University Press) – Open access research on the impact of the past in the present.
• NTT Journal for Theology and the Study of Religion (Amsterdam University Press) – A platform for academic debate in theology and religious studies.
• European Journal of Theology (Amsterdam University Press) – Evangelical scholarship on faith and gospel in post-Christian Europe.
• Journal of European Landscapes (Amsterdam University Press) – Open-access research on European landscapes.
• Computational Communication Research (Amsterdam University Press) – Online journal for computational methods in human communication research.
• Marine Corps University Press – Open-access books and journals on national security, international relations, and military science.
• Amsterdam University Press Books – Open Access – A leading publisher in open access policy and distribution.
• Radboud University Press – A diamond open access publisher of peer-reviewed academic books and journals across a wide range of disciplines.
• Sunway University Press – Publishes thought-provoking academic publications aligned with Sunway University’s mission.
• Bristol University Press: COVID-19 Collection – Research on the societal impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Amsterdam University Press – A renowned academic publisher specializing in the Humanities and Social Sciences.
• University of Westminster Press – A digital-first open access publisher based in Central London, focusing on interdisciplinary subjects.
• Tsinghua University Press – Publishes 22 academic journals, including 13 Chinese-language journals.
• The Association of European University Presses (AEUP) – is an organization of and for university presses across Europe, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and joint initiatives to navigate the evolving publishing landscape.
  • Helsinki University Press
  • University of Groningen Press
  • FAU University Press
  • Éditions Quae
  • Innsbruck University Press
  • Leiden University Press
  • Leuven University Press
  • Osterreichische Akademie der Wissenschaften, Verlag
  • Radboud University Press
  • Riga Technical University
  • Staats- und Universitatsbibliothek Hamburg Carl von Ossietzky
  • UCL Press
  • Universitaet Innsbruck – Innsbruck University Press
  • Universitatsverlag Gottingen
  • University of Westminster Press
  • Vilnius University Press
  • Yerevan State University

By offering advanced indexing, search functionalities, and interactive features, ScienceOpen empowers university presses to maximize the impact of their publications. Publishers can also benefit from ScienceOpen’s customized branding, citation tracking, and integration with ORCID, Crossref, and other essential scholarly infrastructure.

We invite attendees of ALPSP University Press Redux 2025 to connect with us and explore how ScienceOpen can support their publishing goals. Let’s work together to navigate the future of academic publishing and enhance the visibility of university press research.

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