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Leatherby Libraries Renews American Chemical Society (ACS) Read-and-Publish Deal Updates to Procedures for Free Open Access Publishing in Select ACS Journals

January 20, 2026 by Kristin Laughtin-Dunker | Connect to Knowledge

The Leatherby Libraries is pleased to announce the continuation of its read-and-publish agreement with the American Chemical Society (ACS) from 2026 to 2028. This agreement allows Chapman-affiliated authors to publish their articles Open Access (OA) in hybrid ACS journals by covering the Article Processing Charges (APCs) for Chapman authors’ research articles that those journals have accepted

Understanding Open Access and Data Sharing Mandates Investigating Library Research & Data Services (LRDS)

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 Investigating Library Research & Data Services (LRDS)

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

Chapman University Digital Commons Now Offers SSO Login! Streamline Your Research Experience

October 16, 2025 by Kristin Laughtin-Dunker | Library Research and Data Services - LRDS

The Leatherby Libraries is pleased to announce that Single Sign-On (SSO) has now been added to Chapman University Digital Commons, making it easier than ever to log in! This update provides: Enhanced security Simplified sign-on for current users Streamlined registration for new users Chapman faculty, staff, and students can now log in with their existing

What is Leatherby Libraries’ LRDS? Exploring Library Research & Data Services (LRDS)

October 15, 2025 by Annikah Carpio | Resources

The Leatherby Libraries’ Library Research & Data Services (LRDS) team assists Chapman University students, faculty, and staff at every step of their research and data journeys. The LRDS team provides guidance and support to the Chapman University research community through an expansive range of services and training. Brand-New Blog Series – Exploring Library Research &

Leatherby Libraries 2025 Open Access Week Activities Learn About Open Access Publishing with Workshops, Online Resources, and More!

October 1, 2025 by Alyssa Castanon | Events

International Open Access Week 2025 is taking place from October 20 to October 26. This week-long celebration highlights open access (OA) publishing, which aims to break down barriers to information, thereby increasing the opportunity for everyone to engage with and benefit from the latest scholarly work. To celebrate, the Leatherby Libraries has a range of

The Leatherby Libraries’ Systematic Review and Evidence Synthesis Service has Expanded What is the Systematic Review and Evidence Synthesis Service (SRESS)?

September 5, 2025 by Alyssa Castanon | Resources

The Leatherby Libraries recently launched and expanded the Systematic Review and Evidence Synthesis Service (SRESS). Created to support Chapman University’s research mission, SRESS has expanded to offer comprehensive support for faculty, staff, researchers, and students across all schools, colleges, and disciplines with systematic review and evidence synthesis projects. What is a Systematic Review or Evidence Synthesis

Chapman University Named Co-Lead on AI Governance and Implementation Grant Announcing a New U.S. National Science Foundation Funded Planning Grant

June 20, 2025 by Alyssa Castanon | News

The Leatherby Libraries and Information Systems & Technology are pleased to announce Chapman University’s participation in the Advancing AI Governance and Implementation at Emerging Research Institutions project alongside Ithaka S+R and Montclair State University. Generative AI tools are rapidly transforming and accelerating scientific research and communication. The speed at which AI is changing the research

Librarian Interviews: Rachel Maggio Meet Our New Health Sciences Librarian

May 15, 2025 by Alyssa Castanon | Meet the Librarians

The Leatherby Libraries’ Meet the Librarian interview series shines a spotlight on our amazing librarians as we welcome them to the Chapman University campus. These interviews inform the community about different areas in the library and the incredible work our librarians accomplish each day! Our new Health Sciences Librarian, Rachel Maggio, was kind enough to

Exploring the Leatherby Libraries’ Systematic Review and Evidence Synthesis Service A Brand-New Resource for Chapman Researchers

May 1, 2025 by Ivan Portillo | Resources

The Leatherby Libraries is excited to launch the Systematic Review and Evidence Synthesis Service (SRESS)! Created to support Chapman University’s research mission, SRESS will support Chapman faculty, staff, researchers, and students with their systematic review and evidence synthesis projects. Evidence synthesis means analyzing and combining multiple studies to understand a topic thoroughly. It is used