February 2, 2021
cOAlition S is pleased to announce that the Foundation for Science and Technology of Portugal (FCT) is the latest national funding agency for science, research, and technology to join the coalition and demonstrate its commitment to the realisation of full and immediate Open Access.
Portugalâs forward-thinking approach on Open Access is widely acknowledged across Europe and FCTâs vision is to ensure that knowledge generated by scientific research is used fully for economic growth and the well-being of all citizens. By supporting Plan S, FCT reinforces its commitment to Open Access, and cOAlition S strengthens its fundersâ scheme with a strong advocate for Open Access in Europe.