Open access and new scientific data-sharing alliance

All scientists receiving European Union (EU) funding will have to publish their results for free online, Neelie Kroes, the commissioner responsible for Europe’s digital agenda, said last Monday in Stockholm. She also launched the global Research Data Alliance – a group committed to pooling and coordinating scientific data so they can be shared better – writes Anna Leach for The Wall Street Journal.

The EU move towards open access research is designed to increase the knowledge pool open to small business and lead to more innovative products. Opening up scientific research is good for small business, said Victor Henning, CEO of British startup Mendeley, which aims to make academic research more connected. He has noticed the demand for access to academic research from small businesses.
Full report on The Wall Street Journal site