Press Kit
PLOS (Public Library of Science) is a nonprofit Open Access publisher, empowering researchers to accelerate progress in science and medicine by leading a transformation in research communication.
PLOS Journals
Our suite of journals – PLOS Biology, PLOS Climate, PLOS Complex Systems, PLOS Computational Biology, PLOS Digital Health, PLOS Genetics, PLOS Global Public Health, PLOS Medicine, PLOS Mental Health, PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases, PLOS ONE, PLOS Pathogens, PLOS Sustainability and Transformation and PLOS Water – publish rigorously peer-reviewed research articles together with expert commentary and analysis. All articles are Open Access to share science with the widest possible audience.
We empower researchers from all demographics, geographies, and disciplines to open their science.
In addition to our journals, PLOS connects hundreds of thousands of researchers through our online communities, social media, and the award-winning PLOS Blog Network. Every day.
Global Media
Broad visibility and openness help researchers, funders, policymakers, and the general public connect to science and realize its potential.
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Journalists may find more information and sign up to receive our embargoed press releases on our media inquiries page. Journalists on our press list receive early access to research via embargoed press releases; read our embargo policy for details.
The following resources from the Official PLOS Blog showcase PLOS’ recent activities.
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- PLOS Receives Meritorious Achievement Award from the Council of Science Editors
- Published Peer Review (community comments)
- You’ve completed your review – now get credit with ORCID
- Redefining standards in image data reporting: A new policy at PLOS ONE and PLOS Biology requires raw blot and gel image data
- Partnering to Streamline Review
- Opening Peer Review Options for Recognition, Credit, and Accountability
- Building Trust to Breakdown Barriers
- Preregistration can bring Science back to its Roots
- Building the Foundation for Future Research Through Open Data Code and Protocols
Get in Touch
We would be delighted to assist you with any queries. You can contact our media team or contact us individually using the details below.
Beth Baker
Senior Journal Media Manager (UK)
bbaker@plos.org
+44 (0) 1223 442842
Charlotte Bhaskar
Media Relations Manager (US)
cbhaskar@plos.org
+1 (415) 624 1215
Claire Turner
Media Associate (US)
cturner@plos.org