Karger Publishers partners with Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Karger Publishers, a global publisher specializing in medical research, has announced a collaboration with Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal, India. This Transformative Agreement marks a significant step towards advancing open access (OA) initiatives in India and demonstrates Karger's commitment to promoting cutting-edge research on a global platform, says the publisher.

Amidst the rapid growth of professional education in India over the past decade, added the publisher, MAHE has emerged as a top-ranked institution with a strong focus on research, as an Institute of Eminence recognized by the Government of India. As a globally engaged institution with collaborations with over 250+ leading universities worldwide, MAHE is at the forefront of facilitating international partnerships in study, research, and service.

By teaming up with MAHE, Karger says it aims to support the growth of Open Access in India through read and publish agreements, tailored to meet the specific needs of Indian researchers and institutions. This agreement aligns with Karger's overarching vision to foster Open Access in India, creating novel opportunities for researchers and authors to publish their work in an Open Access format and gain visibility on a global scale through Karger's journals.

Dr. Santhosh, Dy director research (tech) & institutional open access coordinator, lauded this partnership, stating: "Through a transformative agreement, researchers in the field of medicine at MAHE will gain access to content provided by Karger and have the opportunity to publish their work in Open Access journals. This advancement aims to promote the widespread sharing of research with society at large, eliminating the barriers of subscription fees."

For Karger, this collaboration exemplifies its dedication to collaborating globally and forging enduring partnerships with leading academic institutions, continued the publisher. By working closely with MAHE, Karger aims to foster the expansion of the landscape of medical research in India by improving the environment of accessibility, innovation, and collaboration.

“We are incredibly proud to have established this agreement with MAHE for the next 5 years. The partnership is an important step for Karger in supporting open access growth in India and we are delighted to be working with such a prestigious research institution in achieving that goal,” says Christian Box, head of academic & research markets at Karger Publishers.