The original objective of the project was to locate case studies that demonstrate the value of embedding repositories in research management systems. We did not find fully-fledged examples ... It also seems that very few repositories have, in themselves, attracted enough content to be functionally useful in such an embedded system even if it has been achieved technically. ...
We could find no implementations of a research management system with embedded repository; further, where both RMS and IRs do exist within the same [higher education institution] they are not well-integrated. ...
The change in the nature of research assessment is going to change the roles of both repositories and RMS, as is greater understanding of how researchers want to manage their outputs. The nature of the forthcoming [UK Research Excellence Framework] is not yet fully clear, but it would be surprising indeed if its shape did not have a significant impact on both repositories and on RMS, especially as it is very likely that it will include significant bibliometric elements.
The current situation suggests that there are operational efficiencies to be had from linking RMS and repositories, but that in many HEIs these are not being realised at present. ...
The open access movement:
Putting peer-reviewed scientific and scholarly literature
on the internet. Making it available free of charge and
free of most copyright and licensing restrictions.
Removing the barriers to serious research.
I recommend the OA tracking project (OATP) as the best way to stay on top of new OA developments. You can read the OATP feed on a blog-like web page or subscribe to it by RSS, email, or Twitter. You can also help build the feed by tagging new developments you encounter.
