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The Hidden Costs of Openness: Mapping the Financial Landscape of Scientific Publishing in Poland

Open Access (OA) is no longer a novelty in the Polish academic landscape – it’s a reality. We know why it matters: it democratises knowledge, accelerates discovery, and increases the visibility of research. However, amidst the discussions on policy and mandates, one fundamental question remains surprisingly elusive: how much does it actually cost?

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Towards an Open Future for Science: The Polish Way to Diamond OA

What standards, strategies, and institutions are shaping the future of Diamond Open Access in Europe today? During the final conference for the DIAMAS project, held in Brussels on June 5–6, 2025, one thing became clear: Poland is not only actively engaged in this transformation but also beginning to shape the trajectory of non-commercial scholarly publishing on a systemic level.

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