We are thrilled to announce that the Knowledge E Foundation is playing an active role in promoting the growth of Open Access by financially supporting the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ). Knowledge E’s valuable contribution to aid the crucial operations of DOAJ, a leading organisation that is dedicated to promoting Open Access and enhancing the visibility and discoverability of research worldwide, is in line with Knowledge E’s mission.
More than 20,000 indexed journals and 9,000,000 Open Access articles in 80 languages are currently available on the DOAJ website. Additionally, more than 130 countries are represented in its impressive collection of Open Access research, promoting a more inclusive research landscape. DOAJ’s efforts bridge the gap between authors, journals, and readers, fostering a vibrant ecosystem that thrives on the principles of transparency and accessibility. The organisation’s vision is embedded in establishing both an equitable and a diverse scholarly ecosystem where trusted research can be accessed globally barrier-free.
At Knowledge E, we recognise the significance of DOAJ’s work in advancing Open Access and its impact on the global academic community. Our commitment to endorsing the noble endeavours of such an independent organisation is strengthened by our belief in the transformative power of Open Access and its potential to shape the future of research. To access the list of all publishers endorsing DOAJ, click here.
Kamran R. Kardan, Founder and CEO of Knowledge E, commented, “Looking at ways to improve accessibility is at the core of our vision, shaping a future of research that is both inclusive and globally interconnected. Through our steadfast support of DOAJ, we actively fortify a crucial initiative that seamlessly aligns with our overarching vision."
What Else Is Knowledge E Doing to Support Open Access?
The Forum for Open Research in MENA (F.O.R.M.), a non-profit organisation founded by The Knowledge E Foundation, that aims to champion Open Science policies in research communities across the Arab region.
The Annual F.O.R.M. Conference which brings together international experts to drive the Arab world’s transition to more accessible and sustainable research and education models.
Zendy, a user-friendly digital library developed by Knowledge E, facilitating the democratisation of knowledge by providing easy access to research across major disciplines.
KnE Publishing Platform, the publishing arm of Knowledge E, is an Open Access publisher adhering to international publishing norms that supports regional scholars in reaching the global research community through training, manuscript editing, publishing academic journals, conference proceedings, and indexing them in global databases.