Yassine Gargouri

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About

Yassine Gargouri is a leading researcher in bibliometrics and open access (OA) publishing, whose work has fundamentally shaped our understanding of how free access to research drives scientific impact. His key contributions lie in analyzing the growth, disciplinary differences, and citation advantages of both Green OA (self-archiving) and Gold OA (publishing in OA journals). His highly cited 2012 study, "Green and Gold Open Access Percentages and Growth, by Discipline," with 142 citations, provides a landmark empirical analysis showing that while most refereed articles remain behind subscription paywalls, OA articles—whether Green or Gold—consistently achieve higher citation rates. Gargouri’s work has been instrumental in demonstrating that making research freely accessible online maximizes its reach and influence, challenging traditional subscription models. By quantifying how OA adoption varies across fields, he has given policymakers, librarians, and researchers crucial data to advocate for more open scholarly communication. His research continues to inform debates on the future of academic publishing, making him a pivotal voice in the transition toward a more equitable and impactful global research ecosystem.