Steady progress of IRs in developing countries

"(A check in the ROAR database on July 10th 2010 shows the total number of IRs from 20 [developing] countries is now 315, an increase of 38 in 6 weeks; the total increase is likely to be greater than this as not all IRs are registered in ROAR). It is clear that where an OA deposit mandate is in place, the rate of deposit is very good, confirming reported trends globally....A broader check in the ROAR database on the same date, including all developing countries, shows that in total there are 441 OA IRs now established in developing countries. This is ~ 25% of the total of ~1800 to date. Considering the more restricted resources available in these regions, this shows a growing understanding of the benefits OA can provide in strengthening research in the developing world."