Increased Visibility
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Freely accessible to anyone with internet access, leading to higher readership, citations, and impact.
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Accessibility
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Available to all, including those without access to subscription-based journals or the ability to pay.
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Faster Dissemination
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Research is made publicly available immediately, speeding up the sharing of new findings.
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Collaboration
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Facilitates interdisciplinary research by allowing easier access to research across fields.
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Public Engagement
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Increases public access to research, promoting better engagement and understanding.
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Ethical Considerations
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Seen as a more equitable way to share publicly funded research, making it freely available to all.
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