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My journey into STEM and how I’m mentoring others into it
Lucy Mwaura shares her story of navigating gender imbalance in STEM, the power of mentorship, and how she's using technology to drive social impact.
An update from Tanzania Country Connectors – mini-grants and Ambassadors driving research capacity
Discover the on-the-ground efforts of our Tanzanian Country Connectors as they work to strengthen research capacity.
How libraries and information officers are strengthening Nepal’s research environment
Discover how NHRC and Research4Life, through the dedicated efforts of librarian Chandra Bhushan Yadav, are collaborating to address Nepal’s research challenges and laying the foundation for a research-driven future.
My Journey with Research4Life at Kepler College, Rwanda
From gaining access to high-quality academic resources to integrating AI-powered tools like Dimensions AI, discover how Christian Shema Nsenga is leveraging Research4Life to enhance research capabilities for faculty and students at Kepler College, Rwanda.
New partner in the spotlight: The Journal of Rheumatology
We are excited to announce our new partner, The Journal of Rheumatology, a leading publication dedicated to advancing clinical practice and patient care in rheumatology. Through this partnership, Research4Life users gain expanded access to high-quality rheumatology research.
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Research4life in 2024- Celebrating impact and championing equity
As 2024 ends, we celebrate a year of empowering researchers, institutions, and communities with equitable access to knowledge, driving sustainable progress.
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How LUANAR engages students with Research4Life from day one
LUANAR integrates Research4Life into its curriculum from the first year, equipping students with essential research skills to succeed academically. The university's library team plays a critical role, offering training sessions and digital literacy support to ensure students maximize Research4Life resources. Read more to find out about the impact of this early exposure to Research4Life
Hope amid huge budget cuts: Improving research in Malawi
Felix, a librarian at Kamuzu University of Health Sciences in Malawi, shares with us how Research4Life is enabling librarians to support students, faculty, and researchers in ways that were once unimaginable. Through workshops and hands-on guidance, Felix is helping researchers access vital information and to conduct impactful studies that have the potential to transform healthcare in Malawi.
How Hawassa University’s research is boosting food security and transforming agriculture
Hawassa University in Ethiopia is advancing agricultural research and education through Research4Life, This access is supporting both academic growth and community outreach, as students and faculty apply their research to improve agricultural practices and promote sustainable development.
Strengthening local scholarly publishing with DOAJ and ASSAf
Research4Life, in partnership with DOAJ and ASSAf, has been championing open access and best practices in scholarly publishing through a series of impactful workshops tailored for a global audience.
« Research4Life allowed me to approach research with greater depth and confidence » – A story of career growth and impact
While Research4Life is best known for supporting users at institutions such as universities, professional schools and teaching hospitals, it also plays a key role in helping graduates make smooth transitions into their professional careers.
Research4Life Echoes stories from Ukraine
When the war in Ukraine began, Research4Life waived fees to ensure Ukrainian institutions had uninterrupted access to essential research resources until the end of 2024. Ukrainian users share how this support has helped during the crisis.
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