Open access policy implementation has increased research accessibility globally, enhancing visibility.
The Wellcome Trust has become a leader in promoting open access, with numerous studies published freely available to the public.
This analysis examines the impact of seven years of open access practice in making research outputs accessible.
Findings imply that open access models can lead to increased dissemination and engagement with scientific research.
Abstract
In October 2006 the Wellcome Trust become the world's first research funder to develop an open access policy that required the research outputs, that arose from its funding, to be made freely available.