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Most U.S. federal agencies and an increasing number of private foundations require the published results of funded research be made publicly accessible through federal institutional repositories. These award terms ensure that the results of grant funding are open and accessible, providing transparency and increasing the speed of scientific discovery. The UW-Madison Libraries Public Access Service helps researchers and staff navigate this legal requirement through consultation, training, and the submission of manuscripts to funders on behalf of investigators.
Contact the Public Access Service at publicaccess@wisc.edu for assistance.
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PARTNERS is a comprehensive approach to public access compliance, providing year-round assistance in identifying and resolving noncompliant publication issues before they become problems. PARTNERS is a free service offered to UW-Madison researchers and their staff.
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