Silverchair has announced an exciting new partnership with CSIRO Publishing, Australia’s leading science publisher, to host and enhance its extensive digital library of over 120,000 articles and nearly 700 ebooks. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in improving the discoverability, accessibility, and user experience of CSIRO Publishing’s wide-ranging scientific content.
Enhancing the Reach of Australian Science
CSIRO Publishing operates as a not-for-profit, editorially independent division of the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Australia’s national science agency. Renowned for its mission to enhance the impact of science, the publisher communicates research outcomes to empower decision-makers and enrich the lives of readers.
The organization’s portfolio spans 30 peer-reviewed journals, professional and academic books, and general science content, including works tailored for children. By migrating its diverse offerings to the Silverchair Platform, CSIRO Publishing aims to improve user experiences while embracing the latest advancements in industry standards, search engine optimization (SEO), and artificial intelligence (AI) innovations.
A Future-Ready Publishing Platform
“CSIRO Publishing is embarking on a transformative journey to enhance the distribution and user experience of their content with a future-ready platform that can adapt to emerging technologies and publishing trends,” said Will Schweitzer, CEO of Silverchair. “Silverchair is proud to partner with them in this mission to meet the evolving needs of the scientific community with a forward-looking approach that ensures CSIRO Publishing remains at the cutting edge.”
The move is set to bolster CSIRO Publishing’s ability to connect authors and readers, foster greater discoverability of their publications, and support growth initiatives aimed at expanding their content base and strengthening partnerships with scientific societies.
Arend Küster, Director of CSIRO Publishing, expressed optimism about the collaboration: “After a highly competitive and thorough evaluation, we are excited to work with Silverchair to deliver our next level of e-content delivery. We are looking forward to providing a better service for our authors by making our publications easier to discover. This partnership will be a key ingredient to grow our content and enable societies to partner with us to create an Australian-based destination site to engage and disseminate research.”
About CSIRO Publishing
CSIRO Publishing plays a pivotal role in advancing science communication in Australia and globally. Their diverse catalog of books, journals, and magazines showcases the value of science, supports problem-solving, and shares critical knowledge for future generations. The organization’s commitment to editorial independence and its not-for-profit ethos further underscores its mission to drive impactful science dissemination.
About Silverchair
Silverchair is a leading independent platform partner for scholarly and professional publishers. Offering flexible technology and comprehensive services, Silverchair supports the publishing lifecycle from submission to impact measurement. By facilitating the hosting, dissemination, and measurement of research content, Silverchair enables publishers and researchers to maximize their contributions to science and society.
Looking Ahead
This partnership signifies a major advancement in the digital publishing landscape for scientific content. With the integration of cutting-edge technologies and an unwavering focus on user experience, CSIRO Publishing and Silverchair are set to redefine the accessibility and impact of scientific knowledge, further empowering the global research community.
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