Good morning, everyone.

 

I’m interested to know if anyone has read this article yet:  http://www.sciencemag.org/content/344/6190/1332.full

 

Or the original research here:  http://www.pnas.org/content/early/2014/06/11/1403006111.full.pdf+html

 

It’s not exactly surprising, but it’s interesting to read from an economics perspective.  This has spurred much discussion here at Rollins, and we will be conducting an analysis of our e-journal package payments in comparison with the mean bundle prices reported in the research.  We’re also re-evaluating our licenses regarding non-disclosure agreements.    

I would love to hear your thoughts and whether or not this is a cause for concern and/or action at your institution.

Cheers,

Erin

 

 

Erin Gallagher

Electronic Resources & Serials Librarian

Olin Library

Rollins College

1000 Holt Avenue

Winter Park, FL 32789

egallagher@rollins.edu

(407) 975-6431