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July 2025

The Link

Academic libraries are evolving, becoming strategic partners in research, open science, and digital transformation. In this issue, two early-career librarians share their stories, skills, and advice for navigating a field that’s rapidly changing. Plus, discover new insights on research integrity, mentorship and tools to support your researchers.

Life in the library

Building a career in academic librarianship

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As libraries increasingly evolve into strategic partners in research and innovation, this blog takes a closer look at what it means to build a career in academic librarianship today, featuring the experiences of two early-career librarians who share their journeys, the skills they’ve developed in areas like open science and digital tools, and their advice for navigating a profession that is rapidly adapting to new research needs and technologies.

Learn how early-career librarians are shaping the future

Insights & Trends  

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Researcher Support

Impact through mentorship: The ECR Program expands

Springer Nature’s ECR Program, now global, offers tailored support and mentoring to help early-career researchers grow professionally and navigate academic challenges.


Explore the ECR Program’s impact and opportunities →

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New survey insights on research integrity training

Springer Nature surveyed a total of 7,871 researchers across various regions, to explore understanding of research integrity, access to training, and any notable gaps in what is being taught. This white paper presents the main findings from those regional surveys, bringing together a range of perspectives and experiences on the topic of research integrity training.
 

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Resources for you

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Open Science

Upcoming open access (OA) webinars

Keep your researchers informed about webinars where they can learn about the benefits of publishing OA and how it can boost the visibility and impact of their work.


Register here →

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Tools & Services

Join The Link network of insight and innovation

Follow the LinkedIn account and be part of a growing network where innovation meets impact. With insights supporting librarians, research managers and R&D professionals.


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Products & Solutions

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eBooks

Supporting gender equity in engineering education

A new book series champions inclusivity and gender equity by spotlighting innovative, globally relevant approaches to transforming how engineering is taught and who it serves.


Read the interview with the editors →

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