Emerald Publishing joins Zendy with a significant collection of scholarly research!
Jan 16, 2020 |
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, 16th January 2020: Zendy users have access to additional scholarly research: 311 journals have now been added to ZendyPlus from Emerald Publishing in selected African countries.
What is Zendy? Zendy is for all the students who just graduated only to discover they were locked out of their university’s database, or for nonprofits researching wildlife who continue hitting exorbitant paywalls, or for the entrepreneur looking for new research but is concerned about the pay per view fees. Zendy aims to rebuild the fragmented and restrictively expensive research community and provide a one-stop-solution for scholars, nonprofits, independent learners, and everyone else.
Emerald Publishing has now joined Zendy with a pertinent portfolio of 311 e-journals. Emerald’s collection of scholarly literature provides extensive coverage across critical disciplines, offering new perspectives on highly relevant subjects and themes. “Emerald Publishing is delighted to extend our working relationship with Knowledge E, having worked successfully together to serve the academic community across the region. We’re excited to bring our journal content to new audiences and new markets and look forward to furthering our relationship through the Zendy platform.” – Head of commercial operations, Emerald Publishing, John Eggleton
“The Zendy team is thrilled to be taking another step towards this vision with Emerald Publishing and look forward to the many discoveries that could emanate from a united, global, collaborative research ecosystem.” – Founder and CEO, Knowledge E, Kamran R. Kardan
About Zendy
Zendy is an online platform created to provide individuals with access to scholarly research and literature. Zendy originates from the notion of building a more knowledgeable world, as there has never been a time where easy, affordable access to content has been more needed. Current scholarly databases exist behind crippling paywalls or require university facilitated access, which is a challenge for individuals across the globe not affiliated with institutions. Access to scientific publications is particularly troublesome in developing countries, where many universities cannot afford the subscription databases required for advancing research and studies. Zendy is working to remove barriers from scholarly discovery to make academic literature affordable and accessible to everyone, all academic and non-academic professionals, students, and knowledge enthusiasts.
Zendy is developed by Knowledge E in a growing collaboration with researchers, students, institutions, and publishers to facilitate the democratisation of knowledge.
About Knowledge E
Established in 2012, Knowledge E’s name was fast to become synonymous with collaboration, professionalism and innovation. Head-quartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and supported by a team of 30 highly engaged professionals, Knowledge E works closely with over 100 clients world-wide from various types of organisations and government entities within the research and education sector to support their continued innovation and development. This is achieved by providing leading expertise, information resources and software solutions. Since its inception, Knowledge E has prudently expanded its expertise, services and technology in line with its vision of developing ‘a more knowledgeable world’. Knowledge E’s three core offerings are the 3D’s; ‘Discover’, ‘Develop’ and ‘Disseminate’. ‘Discover’ through the KnE Digital Library Solutions powered by Zendy for research literature discovery, as well as tailored content packages; ‘Develop’ through the KnE Learning Programmes, supporting capacity building and skills development within academia as well as the KnE Consulting Projects, serving universities on their mission to become ‘world-class universities’; and ‘Disseminate’ through the KnE Publishing Services and the platform for Open Access publishing of regional journals and conference proceedings.
About Emerald Publishing
Emerald Publishing was founded in 1967 to champion new ideas that would advance the research and practice of business and management. Today, they continue to nurture fresh thinking in applied fields where they feel they can make a real difference, now also including health and social care, education and engineering. Emerald manages a portfolio of over 300 journals, more than 2,500 books and over 1,500 teaching cases.
We’re Going to The London Book Fair 2026
We’re heading to The London Book Fair in London, UK, from March 10–12, and we can’t wait to meet the people behind the research and publishing world. Lisette van Kessel, our Head of Marketing, and Sara Crowley Vigneau, our Partnership Relations Manager, will be attending the fair and meeting with publishers and share what we’re building at Zendy, and see how we can make academic content easier to discover and use. Zendy isn’t just a library of research, it’s a set of tools that help you make sense of it. Our AI can summarise papers, highlight key phrases, and help you find what’s relevant faster. Publishers can also use our tools to make their content easier to find and more engaging for readers. We’re looking forward to exchanging ideas, learning from the community, and seeing new ways to connect researchers with the content they need. If you want to meet us at the fair, email us at hello@zendy.io. For more info about the event, check out The London Book Fair. .wp-block-image img { max-width: 85% !important; margin-left: auto !important; margin-right: auto !important; }
We are Attending WHX Dubai 2026
We’re excited to share that Zendy will be attending WHX Dubai 2026! You’ll find Lisette van Kessel, our Head of Marketing, and Bashir Mohamed, our Senior Regional Manager, at the event, ready to meet researchers, healthcare professionals, and anyone curious about how Zendy can support access to research. If you’re planning to attend, don’t hesitate to stop by and say hello, we’d love to connect What WHX Dubai Is About WHX Dubai, or the World Health Expo, is more than just a trade show. It’s a place where doctors, researchers, hospital managers, and medical technology companies meet. The event has been running since 1975 under its previous name and has grown into a global platform for discussion, learning, and collaboration. People who attend include: Hospital administrators and clinical staff Researchers and lab specialists Companies that make medical devices, diagnostic tools, and digital health solutions Government officials and health policy experts The goal is simple: connect people who are involved in healthcare, so they can share ideas and learn from each other. When and Where WHX Dubai 2026 will take place from February 9–12, 2026, at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai. Together, these two events cover both general healthcare and laboratory-focused topics, giving visitors a wide view of the industry in one city. What Makes This Year Special This edition of WHX Dubai is expected to be the largest so far: Around 235,000 visitors from across the world More than 4,800 exhibitors representing over 180 countries 300+ speakers For anyone attending, this means plenty of opportunities to meet people, see new tools and technologies, and learn about the latest trends in healthcare. Why Attend WHX Dubai 2026 If you’re considering going, here’s what you can get from the event: Meet people who work in the same field from around the world Discover new tools and products used in hospitals, clinics, and labs Learn from experts about research, practice, and management Join workshops and masterclasses for hands-on learning To connect with us, reach out at hello@zendy.io For more information about WHX Dubai 2026 please visit: https://www.worldhealthexpo.com/events/healthcare/dubai/en/home.html .wp-block-image img { max-width: 85% !important; margin-left: auto !important; margin-right: auto !important; }
Zendy at Charleston Conference Asia 2026: Supporting Research Access in Emerging Communities
In January 2026, Zendy will be heading to Charleston Conference Asia, taking place in Bangkok, Thailand. This marks the first-ever Asia edition of the Charleston Conference, an event long known for bringing librarians, publishers, and information professionals together for practical, honest conversations about scholarly communication. The Asia edition builds on that same spirit, while focusing on the realities, challenges, and opportunities shaping research access across the region. A space for real conversations about access and equity Charleston Conference Asia brings together voices from across libraries, publishing, and research support to explore how knowledge is discovered, accessed, and shared, particularly in emerging and underrepresented research communities. For Zendy, this aligns closely with our mission: supporting more equitable access to trusted scholarly content, while giving institutions practical tools that reflect how research is actually done today. Zendy session spotlight We’re proud to have Sara Crowley Vigneau, our Partnership Relations Manager, speaking at the conference on January 28 at 11:45 AM. Her session, “Empowering Early-Career Researchers in Emerging Research Communities,” explores inclusive models for improving access to research, looking beyond theory to what works in practice for institutions, libraries, and early-career scholars. Sara will be joined by a strong panel of speakers bringing perspectives from publishing and academic libraries: Alexandra Campbell, Senior Editor, Springer Nature Christopher Chan, University Librarian, Hong Kong Baptist University Mayasari Abdul Majid, Library Director, LSL Education Group Sdn. Bhd. Together, the session will examine how libraries, publishers, and platforms can better support researchers working within diverse institutional and regional contexts. Why this matters for libraries and institutions Early-career researchers often face barriers that go beyond funding or publishing, from limited access to content, to fragmented discovery tools, to language and regional constraints. Events like Charleston Conference Asia create space to address these challenges openly and collaboratively. Zendy’s participation reflects our ongoing focus on: Expanding access to trusted academic content Supporting libraries with flexible, cost-aware models Providing AI-assisted research tools built with transparency and integrity in mind Let’s connect in Bangkok If you’re attending Charleston Conference Asia 2026, we’d love to connect. Whether you’re a librarian, publisher, or research leader, this is a great opportunity to exchange ideas and explore how access, discovery, and responsible AI can better support research communities across Asia and beyond. To schedule a meeting with our team, please email us at info@zendy.io For full event details, visit Charleston Conference Asia. .wp-block-image img { max-width: 65% !important; margin-left: auto !important; margin-right: auto !important; }
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