In response to the requests of the academic community and recent changes in publisher policy, the NCN has decided to temporarily relax the provisions of the “Policy of the National Science Centre on open access to publications” until 31 December 2025.
The National Science Centre strongly supports open-science initiatives, including campaigns to ensure open access to research data and publications. Open science is an essential aspect of research development in accordance with the highest standards of research integrity, as evidenced by the dynamic efforts undertaken in this area in the international arena. The principles of open science have already been implemented by various institutions involved in shaping research policy and funding research across the globe, such as the European Commission and Science Europe.
The NCN analyses information coming from the research community and monitors annual and final project reports, as well as publisher policies. At the same time, to guarantee scientific excellence, we strive to ensure that all publications based on NCN project results are published by international publishers who put an emphasis on high-quality peer review.
In addition, the NCN reasserts its commitment to observing and monitoring the development of global open-access practices.