What about research data?
Research Data is stored for preservation and sharing in our data repository, Borealis. You can learn more about in the Research Data Management library guide.
My paper can only be made available after an embargo period, when should I deposit?
When filling out the deposit please indicate the publication date as the end of the embargo period, rather than the actual date of publication.
What if I have a suggested collection that does not already exist under my community?
You can email [library.repository@ontariotechu.ca] to suggest the creation of a new collection and be added to deposit upon creation.
Can I request to be added to more than one community?
Yes, simply note all communities in your email with the library after your account is set up, or email us at a later date to be added to an additional community [library.repository@ontariotechu.ca].
How can I find out if my publisher will allow me to deposit my work in e-scholar?
Before you start the submission process, verify that your publisher will allow you to deposit your work in eScholar. You can check your publishing agreement for copyright terms around depositing your work in an institutional repository or search Open Policy Finder for a listing of publisher copyright policies and self-archiving.
Can I withdraw my item?
eScholar is intended to be a repository for permanent storage and sharing. Withdrawals are considered on a case-by-case basis by contacting [library.repository@ontariotechu.ca].
How do I ensure my work gets cited correctly? / How do I cite work from eScholar?
We recommend adding the full citation and DOI of the published article to the first page/cover sheet of your manuscript so that the final version can be cited. You may also include this information in the "description" field during the submission process.
You can look for this same information on other deposits in the repository, and cite in accordance with your preferred citation style and item type. For articles previously published in a journal, always cite the published version so the authors will receive recognition through citation count trackers (eg. Scopus).
If you have any questions not answered in this guide feel free to reach out to to [library.repository@ontariotechu.ca]