Vent'anni da Berlin Declaration. A che punto siamo?

Abstract

Twenty years after the Berlin Declaration on Open Access to Knowledge in the Sciences and Humanities (2003), it is necessary to analyze its influence, identify problems, and postulate urgent actions to be taken. If the values expressed by the Berlin Declaration have helped to shape the scientific landscape of the new millennium, there is a need to evaluate its application in initiatives undertaken at the international level. The “roads” taken by the Open Access are here highlighted, with particular attention to the role of institutional repositories, the involvement of libraries, and the need to promote Open Science. In Italy, the National Plan for Open Science (PNSA) guides the implementation of Open Science by focusing on open access, data management, and collaborations between institutions. Numerous initiatives such as ICDI, Skills4EOSC, CoPER, and projects such as Data Steward@Unibo, show the growing commitment to Open Science. Critical issues remain, however, regarding research evaluation, as the debate on Transformative Agreements also reveals. New skills and awareness are opening up for libraries in this regard: for the benefit of scholars, researchers, and every citizen.