Open Access Copyright

Open Access Copyright refers to a licensing model that allows people to freely read, share, and use scholarly works—such as research articles or data—without traditional restrictions like subscription fees or paywalls. It typically involves authors granting permissions for their work to be openly accessible, often under licenses like Creative Commons. This promotes wider dissemination and engagement, accelerating scientific progress and knowledge sharing while still respecting the authors' rights. Open Access balances the authors’ interests with the public’s right to access research, fostering a more equitable and collaborative knowledge environment.