News and events
News and events from the University of Groningen Library
The University of Groningen (UG) and the University Medical Centre Groningen (UMCG) will cancel their licence for the Web of Science database with effect from 1 January 2027.
The University Library is preparing for a new artwork in the central hall: Dale Chihuly’s Grand Stairwell Installation from the Groninger Museum. The artwork will be installed from 4 to 17 November.
Due to technical issues, it is currently not possible to reserve a studio in the UB via the UB App. We are working on a solution and we apologize for the inconvenience.
The University of Groningen Press has launched its new Editorial Board, bringing together academic expertise from across the university to guide the strategic direction of UGP and strengthen its commitment to Diamond Open Access publishing. This marks an important step in establishing UGP as a mature, community-driven academic press rooted in the principles of Open Science.
During the upcoming UG-only period, 50 extra study places will be available in the Tammeszaal on the 4th floor without a reservation.
Quota-based publishing agreements: 2026 caps expected to be reached for Springer, Taylor & Francis, Oxford University Press, LWW and Emerald
Until 11 November, you can make use of a trial of Colonial Women Missionaries of the Committee for Women's Work, 1861–1967 from the British Online Archives (BOA).
The Library Support Desk will be closed on Thursday 1 October; the building and the Facility Desk will remain open!
Join the UB Student Panel and share your ideas and experiences through short surveys, interviews or other activities.
The University of Groningen (UG) is exploring alternatives to Qualtrics due to data protection risks, rising costs, and changes in Qualtrics’ focus. SURF’s national DPIA identified 14 high risks and advises caution. Qualtrics remains available at UG for now, while a working group investigates alternatives for a future university-wide solution by the end of 2026.
Come to the UB and watch the SHA_RE artwork during the KEI Week on 10-14 August and the Opening of the Academic Year on 31 August.
A new Read & Publish agreement has been signed with the American Chemical Society (ACS) for the period 2026–2028.
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Dutch universities are embarking on negotiations with PLOS regarding the extension or discontinuation of this agreement. Depending on the outcome, there may be implications for authors publishing with PLOS. If the agreement is not renewed, authors will be required to cover the applicable article processing charges (APCs) themselves for articles accepted after the end date of the agreement. Please note that eligibility is determined by the article's acceptance date, not its submission date.