COPYRIGHT IN THE CONTEXT OF OPEN SCIENCE

Abstract

This thesis will be looking into the evolving challenges and opportunities of copyright in the era of open science. It will overview the necessity of balancing open access to scientific knowledge with the protection of authors’ intellectual property rights. The thesis analyzes modern licensing models, such as Creative Commons licenses, and their role in enabling copyright flexibility while giving author`s work it`s due respect. Special attention is given to the growing trend of open access publication of monographs and it`s implications for publishers, authors, and readers. The work also examines the increasing importance of reusing data and the transformation of copyright frameworks to accommodate this change. Best practices for depositing research outputs, including metadata standards and integration with global repositories, are reviewed. Additionally, advanced technical solutions such as digital watermarking and blockchain for copyright protection in open science environments are investigated. The findings highlight the critical need for innovative legal and technological approaches that support both openness and author rights, encouraging sustainable scientific progress.