• New Research Tools: CCSD and COAR Announce Launch of Directory of Open Access Preprint Repositories

According to infoDOCKET “The Centre pour la Communication Scientifique Directe (CCSD) of France and the Confederation of Open Access Repositories (COAR) are pleased to announce the launch of a directory of open access preprint repositories.
“Preprints are becoming an increasingly important part of the research communications landscape. Posting preprints allows researchers to share their research freely and rapidly with their colleagues and the broader community. …”

MORE LIBRARY AND PUBLISHING NEWS FROM A VARIETY OF SOURCES

• NISO appoints Keondra Bailey as Assistant Standards Program Manager

• FOLIO Launches Morning Glory Release

• Statement on Wiley eBooks featured in ProQuest Academic Complete Library

• IEEE announces decision on standards-related Patent Policy

• A Demographic Assessment of the 2022 Library Publishing Forum

• Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights: A Vision for Protecting Our Civil Rights in the Algorithmic Age

• GetFTR welcomes two new publishers to a new program that waives costs for smaller organisations

CONFERENCES, MEETINGS & WEBINARS

SUCCESSFUL JOB SEARCHING: APPLICATIONS, COVER LETTERS, RÉSUMÉS, AND REFERENCES
Wed October 19 at 2:00 pm US Eastern, 11:00 am US Pacific
“… How do you build a résumé or CV that will get you an interview? Are cover letters really necessary? Why complete the online job application when a résumé says everything? Who are the best references? Present yourself in the best light but still remain honest about your skills and experience. 
“In this webinar, Melissa Lockaby shares recommendations and guidance on how to get an interview by providing the best application that highlights your accomplishments while addressing what employers want.
“If you’re interested but not able to attend the live webinar, go ahead and register. We’ll send a recording to all registrants after the fact. …”