Aboriginal knowledge of Australia’s natural materials, accumulated over tens of thousands of years, has too often been overshadowed by Western science. By bringing together Indigenous and Western-trained chemists, we can create shared knowledge that benefits all – while promoting greater respect for Indigenous wisdom in the academic world.

On the route to a fully open access future, transformative agreements serve to bridge the gap between traditional subscription models and widespread open access publishing. But are they working? In our latest webinar, two library experts reflect on the progress and envision a future beyond transformative agreements.