Overview
The Office of Scholarly Communication (OSC) is a support unit of the Central Library at the University of Tamanrasset, Algeria. It offers guidance and training on responsible scholarly publishing, open access and open science, the institutional repository, researcher identity, copyright, research data management, bibliometrics and the responsible use of AI in research.
Vision
For the University’s scholarship to be visible, accessible, responsible and impactful in the national and international research community.
Mission
To accompany researchers, laboratories and University journals with reliable knowledge services and practical bilingual guides, and to promote open science and research integrity.
Objectives
- Support responsible publishing and promote open access and open science.
- Support the institutional repository and improve the visibility of University research.
- Help researchers manage their digital scholarly identity and rights.
- Provide bibliometric and research data management services.
- Offer training, resources and practical guides in Arabic and English.
- Support University journals and encourage responsible use of AI.
Responsibilities
- Individual and group consultation and support for researchers.
- Producing and publishing guides, templates and checklists.
- Organising workshops and training courses.
- Preparing bibliometric reports on request.
- Coordinating with the units responsible for research, the library and journals.
Who we serve
Faculty members, PhD and Master’s students, research laboratories, journal editors, research administrators, librarians and information professionals.
Relationship with the Central Library
OSC is administratively attached to the Central Library of the University of Tamanrasset and draws on its expertise in cataloguing, digital resources and repository management.
Coordination
OSC coordinates with the University’s vice-rectorate in charge of scientific research, and with faculties, institutes and research laboratories, within the framework decided by the University administration.
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