Open Access at Loughborough University: survey of researchers' and academics’ attitudes

In 2011, the Library and Research Office undertook a joint study to explore Loughborough University researchers’ attitudes towards open access (and institutional repositories). This built upon previous work undertaken by the Library which showed that there were a high percentage of academics who perceived the University’s Institutional Repository as being unimportant. The study was undertaken as part of a national project.
The national survey instrument was adapted for the Loughborough University context and made available online using Bristol Online System (BOS). The survey was completed by 161 respondents which represent 7.8% of University academics and researchers. Responses were received from most University departments with contributions from researchers across the age ranges.