Knowledge Hub
The Knowledge Hub was designed for members of the HEAL-Link (Hellenic Academic Libraries Link) and features seminars presented by partner publishers regarding their provided services.
The purpose of the Hub is to empower and equip researchers with essential skills and tools, enabling them to publish effectively, share their findings responsibly, and maximize the impact of their work.
Participants will gain practical knowledge on various topics, ranging from mastering academic writing and peer review to navigating publication ethics and research data management.
| Date & Time | Webinar Title/Information | Registration |
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| 16 September 2026 |
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Open Research & the Future of Publishing
Language: EN This course explores open research models, their adoption by stakeholders, and their impact on publishing workflows. Participants will learn ethical considerations and practices for engaging in open science and speculate on future publishing trends. |
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| 6 October 2026 11:00 a.m. |
Publisher : Springer Nature
Springer Nature Author Workshop: Open Access and the HEAL-Link Transformative Agreement in Greece
Language: EN This webinar will present the Open Access publishing process with Springer Nature, along with how article eligibility is identified and confirmed under the HEAL-Link agreement with the publisher. It will cover the main steps an author follows from submission and acceptance through to selecting a publication route, as well as the key conditions for having publication costs covered by the agreement. |
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| 7 October 2026 11:00 a.m. |
Publisher : Elsevier
Author Journey: Publish Open Access with Confidence
Language: EN This webinar will present in detail the process of publishing articles Open Access with Elsevier, from submission through to final publication. It will cover the submission process, journal and publication route selection, and Elsevier’s Open Access platform. Particular emphasis will be given to the stages following article acceptance, including eligibility verification and the coverage of publication costs under the HEAL-Link agreement. |
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| 14 October 2026 |
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Increasing the Real-World Impact of Your Research
Language: EN This workshop highlights how multimedia formats like plain language summaries, infographics, and videos can enhance research impact. Participants will learn practical strategies for creating and submitting impactful content. |
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| 12 November 2026 3:00 p.m. |
Publisher : IEEE
Advanced Search Techniques for IEEE Xplore – Webinar for Greece
Language: EN This webinar offers a guided tour of the IEEE Xplore platform. Participants will learn how to structure their searches, identify keywords and synonyms, and use Boolean operators and wildcards to obtain more complete results. The speaker will be Eszter Lukács, IEEE Client Services Manager. |
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| 16 November 2026 2:00 p.m. |
Publisher : IEEE
IEEE Xplore Open Access Publishing Webinar for Authors in Greece
Language: EN This webinar will present the opportunities available to researchers in Greece to increase the visibility and impact of their research by publishing through one of IEEE’s many Open Access options, as well as how to publish using the HEAL-Link agreement with IEEE to cover Article Processing Charges (APCs). Topics include choosing the right IEEE publication venue, what journal editors look for and why a paper may be rejected during peer review, and the tools and resources that support authors throughout the publishing process. The speaker will be Eszter Lukács, IEEE Client Services Manager. |
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| 18 November 2026 |
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Smart Sharing – Navigating Social Media as a Researcher
Language: EN This course helps researchers define social media goals, select platforms, and develop effective strategies. Participants will learn community management, impact measurement, and how to avoid common pitfalls in social media use. |
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| 9 December 2026 |
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Creating a Book Proposal
Language: EN This workshop guides participants in shaping book ideas, completing proposal templates, and navigating the review process. Attendees will draft a proposal, learn tips for success, and explore open access options for academic book publishing. |
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May 2026
Complete Anatomy Training Sessions
Recording from the Complete Anatomy training sessions delivered to HEAL-Link member institutions. The session introduces the platform’s 3D anatomy models, tools and course-related functionality for both students and faculty, with practical demonstrations and answers to questions raised during the live sessions.
May 28, 2026
The Latest from LeapSpace
This webinar presents the latest updates and features of LeapSpace, Elsevier’s AI-assisted research workspace powered by Scopus and ScienceDirect data. Participants discover how the platform supports exploring research topics, reviewing literature, and identifying funding opportunities, along with the newest enhancements to streamline the research workflow.
May 2026
Workshop | How to Structure Market Research with Statista
This workshop guides participants through structuring effective market research using the Statista platform. Learn how to locate relevant statistics, reports, and industry data, and how to combine Statista’s resources to build a solid research framework for academic and professional use.
April 27, 28 & 29 and May 5, 6, 2026
Introduction to CAS SciFinder Discovery Platform & Basic Reference Search
Introduction to the CAS SciFinder Discovery Platform with a focus on basic reference searching. Participants learn how to navigate the interface, perform fundamental literature searches, and explore the breadth of CAS content covering chemistry and related sciences.
April 27, 28 & 29 and May 5, 6, 2026
Advanced Reference Search and CAS Newton
This session covers advanced reference search techniques in CAS SciFinder and introduces CAS Newton, the AI-powered research assistant. Learn how to refine queries, apply filters effectively, and leverage AI capabilities to accelerate scientific discovery and literature analysis.
April 27, 28 & 29 and May 5, 6, 2026
Substance Searching by Name and Structure
Learn how to search for chemical substances using names, CAS Registry Numbers, and structures. The webinar demonstrates the structure editor, similarity and substructure searches, and how to retrieve detailed substance information including properties, suppliers, and related literature.
April 27, 28 & 29 and May 5, 6, 2026
Reaction Searching
Discover how to search for chemical reactions in CAS SciFinder. The session covers reaction search strategies, filtering by yield, conditions, and reagents, and how to access experimental procedures and references for both single-step and multi-step transformations.
April 27, 28 & 29 and May 5, 6, 2026
Retrosynthetic Analysis
This webinar demonstrates the retrosynthesis planning tools in CAS SciFinder, helping researchers design synthetic routes for target molecules. The session combines experimental pathways from the CAS content collection with AI-predicted routes to support synthetic chemistry decision-making.
April 27, 28 & 29 and May 5, 6, 2026
Searching for CAS Analytical Methods
Learn how to locate analytical methods using CAS SciFinder. The session covers searching by analyte, technique, and sample matrix to retrieve validated procedures from the literature, helping researchers identify suitable methodologies for their analytical workflows.
April 27, 28 & 29 and May 5, 6, 2026
Searching for Formulations
This webinar shows how to search for chemical formulations in CAS SciFinder, including consumer products, pharmaceuticals, and industrial mixtures. Learn to identify ingredients, concentrations, applications, and supporting literature for formulation research and development.
March 6, 2026
ScienceDirect AI in Academic Research & Gold Open Access Publications
Two-part on-site/hybrid session hosted at KEDEA (Aristotle University). The first part introduced LeapSpace, an AI-assisted research workspace powered by Scopus and ScienceDirect data, helping researchers explore topics, review literature, and identify funding opportunities. The second part covered Open Access publishing, the HEAL-Link Read and Publish agreement with Elsevier, and how to navigate the Open Access Platform across Elsevier’s 3,000+ journals.
February 25, 2026
Choosing a Quality Journal for Your Work
This session guided researchers in selecting quality journals, using databases and tools to identify relevant options. It covered journal metrics, quality indicators, and predatory publishers, helping participants assess journals effectively.
February 19, 2026
Learn how to use Mendeley
Learn how to use Mendeley with Elsevier. This training session covers the various functionalities of Mendeley Reference Manager, Cite and accompanying applications. Mendeley is a reference management software to support researchers in managing references, organizing libraries, reading and annotating PDFs, and citing research while writing.
January 28, 2026
Fundamentals of Publishing
This workshop introduces participants to the publishing process, covering models, copyright, peer review, and production stages.
Key concepts like open access and academic publishing are explained, helping attendees understand the steps involved and distinguish peer review types. Participants will also learn about copyright and licenses.
January 15, 2026
ScienceDirect AI Training Webinar
Science Direct AI – Introduction to the tool and demo – a webinar recorded on 15. January 2026, dedicated to users in Greece – presentation by Elsevier’s Customer Success Manager – Alison Ferret.