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Preserving semantics is particularly complex when the scope of sharing is interdisciplinary, given the inherent idiosyncrasies of different knowledge communities. One potential solution to transcend disciplinary boundaries involves the use of the ontological approach to modulating new knowledge organization systems. Using top-level ontologies or ontological meta-models as umbrella structures for other systems of smaller scope is an example of the application of such an approach in an interdisciplinary context. Although some applications do exist, a generalized adequacy to different epistemic perspectives is, within postmodern culture, regarded with great scepticism. Contrary to this issue of incommensurability, the existence of a common horizon for scientific practice is presented as feasible and not an impediment to the integration of different perspectives. This requires differentiating between statements of what exists (ontology) and test criteria (methodology), and not discarding or confusing the three schemes (perceptual, conceptual and linguistic) involved in the relationship between subjects and their milieu. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Digital Humanities are generally considered as the application of digital methods and technologies to the more traditional areas of Humanities studies. The main objective of this work is to investigate whether and how three-dimensional (3D) digitization contributes to the affirmation of Digital Humanities. Our specific objectives were to suggest a definition for DH and 3D Digitization and to reflect on how these two defined concepts work together. In a first phase, we reflect on the state of the art and to this end we used specialized bibliography. Subsequently, an analysis was made of websites relevant to the subject in question. The article includes a reflection on the theme to be addressed, for which method research and document analysis wase used. The main results and conclusions of this investigation allow us to say that 3D scanning revolutionizes the way in which research in Humanities is done today because it allows us to see different perspectives of what has already existed, enabling advances in research and investigation. This is a new way of approaching the past, but projecting into the future. New fields and research topics are emerging and modern and attractive teaching materials are being created. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The approach to epistemic cultures exposes the differences in the construction of the processes of production and creation of knowledge between the different academic fields, which, in turn, implies the fragmentation of knowledge. The digital humanities are an inter and transdisciplinary field composed of different epistemic cultures marked by different knowledge production practices that differ from each other. In the current scenario of academic communication, the discourse around open practices in the course of research has increasingly taken a prominent place. However, this discourse, under the open science paradigm, proves to be more framed in the context of the epistemic cultures of science, and does not fully consider other domains of knowledge. This study aims to frame the epistemic cultures of the digital humanities in the discourse of openness of knowledge, through a literature review about digital humanities and open science. Its conclusion points to the need to adopt a specific discourse around the openness of knowledge, which considers the diversity of academic communication practices, including those that are specific to the humanities, as well as to the fact that the digital humanities can contribute to the consolidation of this discourse. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This communication reveals data concerning the knowledge and practices of librarians from Portugal on the ACRL Framework on Information Literacy for Higher Education. The study is supported by a literature review on information literacy crossed with the concept of innovation in higher education libraries'. The data are obtained by analysing the results of a questionnaire sent to Portuguese librarians, regarding their knowledge and application of the Framework. Statistical methods and quantitative data were used to describe the librarian's attitudes towards new pedagogical practices involving information literacy. The results show that, based on the Framework, the didactic process can be renewed, constituting itself as a schedule of change and innovation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study is developed within the scientific areas of Information Science, Communication Sciences and Editorial Design. It refers to the hybrid publishing context in which there is a coexistence of electronic and print processes, and to the role played by Information and Communication Technologies. This scenario is conditioned by technical, morphological and cultural transformations, in the words of Roger Chartier, and represents a singular moment to observe the book and its construction processes, valuing it in its various embodiments and contexts. Considering this, the present study sought to contribute to an adaptation of the methodological tools; and an optimization of the designer's communication and information flow. In order to achieve these goals we defined two main tasks: (i) comparative analysis of traditional publishing and hybrid publishing, (ii) characterization of the designer's communication and information flows that exist in the context of hybrid publishing. To do so, we adopted qualitative research methods, with literature review and content analysis. This procedure allowed us to conclude that the publishing industry is making major investments (in what concerns organization and capital) in implementing hybrid publishing schemes. Nevertheless, there is still a lack of adequacy of design programs in this scenario. This adaptation involves a redirection of the focus of the design program, not towards the control of the final shape of the object (book), but to its regulation. This procedure can only be possible with a dynamic information flow in which the editorial subject is flexible and built inside a participatory scheme by the various agents. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the last decades, ICT development and the use of computer networks led to major changes in the way scientists communicate the results of their researches. One of the most important transformations occurred in scholarly communication through the acceleration in the unbounded disclosure of scientific information (open access). However, the adoption of new channels varies according to the scientific areas. This study is part of an ongoing research that aims to understand the impact of digital media in the mechanisms of production and dissemination of scientific knowledge within a specific scientific community: historians. This paper will look at whether and how the history journals in Portugal are adopting electronic publishing and providing open access to their contents. To operationalise the study, thirteen R&D Units were contacted and asked to provide a list of the journals published and the format used. Furthermore, the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), Latindex and European Reference Index for the Humanities (ERIH) were researched. Finally, the websites of Portuguese higher education institutions with History Departments were consulted, with the aim of identifying any periodicals that might not have been previously identified. At the end, twenty-two titles were considered. Data seems to show that universities and History R&D Units increasingly value the free electronic access to research results produced by historians. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Preliminary study on the impact of Open Science in the scientific cycle, from the beginning of the research to its publication, seeking to know, describe and explain the perceptions of a group of researchers regarding the Open Science ecosystem. A qualitative methodology was used, through a semi-structured interview. The results identify the researchers' doubts regarding the fulfilment of Open Science's premises. The systematization of their ideas allows us to question if they are prepared for these new experiences in the field of science and if they have the skills to ensure their autonomy to identify where to publish, how to publish, how to manage scientific data, how to disseminate research results, how and why to choose formal and informal channels of science, how to use technologies for the benefit of their visibility and, finally, how to ensure the perennity of their scientific production. Also, the new language used in Open Science raises many difficulties for researchers. Creating training programs for researchers is a strategic goal for the implementation process of this science paradigm. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Several authors emphasise the need for a change in classification theory due to the influence of a dogmatic and monistic ontology supported by an outdated essentialism. These claims tend to focus on the fallibility of knowledge, the need for a pluralistic view, and the theoretical burden of observations. Regardless of the legitimacy of these concerns, there is the risk, when not moderate, to fall into the opposite relativistic extreme. Based on a narrative review of the literature, we aim to reflectively discuss the theoretical foundations that can serve as a basis for a realist position supporting pluralistic ontological classifications. The goal is to show that, against rather conventional solutions, objective scientific-based approaches to natural classifications are presented to be viable, allowing a proper distinction between ontological and taxonomic questions. Supported by critical scientific realism, we consider that such an approach is suitable for the development of ontological Knowledge Organisation Systems (KOSs). We believe that ontological perspectivism can provide the necessary adaptation to the different granularities of reality. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Este trabalho almejou obter um panorama do compartilhamento de artigos científicos através de repositórios institucionais (RIs) em Portugal e a percepção do gestor de RI quanto a esta forma de compartilhamento. Foi realizada pesquisa exploratória, utilizando como instrumento de coleta de dados questionário eletrônico semiestruturado que foi aplicado a gestores de RIs em Portugal. A seleção dos repositórios que entrariam na amostra foi realizada a partir das informações disponibilizadas no OpenDOAR e no RCAAP. Retiradas as duplicidades, foram encontrados 48 RIs com coleção de artigos em Portugal, sendo que 1 estava com acesso inativo. O questionário online foi enviado para os 47 correios eletrônicos ou "Fale Connosco" dos RIs. Foram retornados 27 questionários com respostas válidas. Constatou-se que apenas 19% dos repositórios institucionais portugueses não possuem o autoarquivamento habilitado no sistema. Nestes repositórios verificou-se que a maioria dos gestores (81%) não acreditam que o autoarquivamento funcionaria com seus autores. Entre os RIs com autoarquivamento habilitado, alguns gestores (27%) afirmam que 91% a 100% dos documentos disponibilizados são frutos do autoarquivamento. Porém, 41% dos repositórios afirmam que apenas 6 a 30% dos materiais no repositório foram autoarquivado e a maioria, 59%, declara que menos de 30% do material disponível no RI foi autoarquivado. Concluiu-se que os gestores dos repositórios portugueses, em sua grande maioria, viabilizam o autoarquivamento de seus autores, habilitando esta função no sistema. Porém, é imprescindível conhecer as especificidades das áreas, estudar as barreiras e os estímulos ao compartilhamento de artigos para ampliar a adesão ao autoarquivamento por parte dos pesquisadores em Portugal. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]