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Understanding Open Access and Data Sharing Mandates
December 8, 2025 by Kristin Laughtin-Dunker | Resources
Choosing an appropriate and impactful publication venue is crucial for all researchers; however, at the Leatherby Libraries, we understand how vital this decision is for Chapman University researchers who have received federal grant funding. By the end of 2025, all federal agencies will require funded researchers to make both their resulting publications and the underlying data open access (or
Make Sense of Your Research Impact with the Leatherby Libraries
November 12, 2025 by Ivan Portillo & Kristin Laughtin-Dunker | Resources
At the Leatherby Libraries, we know that research does not end with publication—it continues through visibility, engagement, and impact. That is why our librarians are here to support Chapman University researchers in navigating the world of metrics, citation analysis, impact factors, altmetrics, and researcher IDs and profiles. Whether you’re a faculty member preparing for a tenure review, a graduate

