The State Scientific and Technical Library of Ukraine presents a new issue of the scholarly journal Open Science and Innovation, which is now freely available in open access.

This issue brings together seven studies that offer a comprehensive view of the development of open science in Ukraine under the challenging conditions of wartime and ongoing European integration. The publication not only captures the current state of the research system but also outlines key directions for its transformation — from digital infrastructures to new models of scholarly communication.

The issue opens with an article by Bianca Kramer (Netherlands), who provides a broader European perspective for understanding Ukrainian developments. Her analysis focuses on open research information and the role of the 2023 Barcelona Declaration as a guiding framework for strengthening research ecosystems. The author highlights key infrastructures — ORCID, OUCI, and URIS — while also addressing systemic challenges such as fragmentation of information systems, limited institutional capacity, and the need for further development of the regulatory framework.

The practical dimension of open science is explored in the study by S. Chukanova, O. Rachynska, and H. Melnyk, which presents a comprehensive methodology for monitoring the implementation of open science principles. The proposed approach goes beyond formal policies, focusing on real indicators of change, including the development of repositories, open peer review practices, and citizen science.

Special attention in the issue is given to open access to scholarly monographs. In her article, O. Kramarenko systematizes contemporary business models, examines legal aspects of licensing, and provides practical guidance for researchers working within the Ukrainian legal context.

An important case of institutional development is presented by S. Petrunovska and S. Tymoshenko. The authors analyze the integration of the Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute repository with the international CORE platform, as well as the role of the university library as a coordinator of the URCORE community, which already brings together dozens of Ukrainian repositories. This case demonstrates how local initiatives can become part of the global research infrastructure.

The issue also addresses the quality of scientific evaluation. A team of authors from UkrINTEI presents the results of a survey of researchers, showing a high level of engagement among experts, alongside systemic challenges such as insufficient financial incentives and limited feedback mechanisms. The authors also propose a forward-looking direction — the integration of artificial intelligence tools into expert evaluation processes.

A particularly important contribution examines the challenges caused by the war. D. Kudas analyzes the situation of scholarly publishing in temporarily occupied territories, particularly in Crimea. The study addresses issues such as the re-registration of journals, changes in identifiers, manipulation of affiliations, and the loss of research infrastructure. It raises a fundamental issue — the protection of Ukraine’s academic sovereignty.

The issue concludes with a bibliometric study by S. Kuz and V. Halushko, which explores global trends in research on the psychological training of airborne assault units. The study identifies key thematic clusters and highlights leading countries in this field, placing Ukraine within a broader international research context.

Submissions for the next issue are now open. Manuscripts are accepted until October 1, 2026, via the journal platform or by email at: journal@dntb.gov.ua.

The journal Open Science and Innovation is a peer-reviewed electronic publication operating under the diamond open access model: no article processing charges for authors and free access for readers.