Forwarded from another list, of possible interest. _________ From: Ann Shumelda Okerson <[log in to unmask]> From: Steve Gillen <[log in to unmask]> Date: Tue, Aug 27, 2013 at 8:54 AM “In response to [a directive from the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP)], a number of publishing organizations are collaboratively developing the Clearinghouse for the Open Research of the United States (CHORUS), with support from the Association of American Publishers. . . . More than 70 organizations representing all segments of scholarly publishing and service providers have joined as signatories. Its Proof of Concept will be released on August 30 and a Pilot will be underway by the end of September.” http://www.stm-publishing.com/aap-releases-statement-on-ostp-deadline-for-federal-agencies-public-access-plans/