Redalyc

Redalyc (Red de Revistas Científicas de América Latina y el Caribe, España y Portugal) is a Latin American platform and database dedicated to providing open access to scientific journals published in the region, as well as in Spain and Portugal. Founded in 2002 by the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México (UAEM), Redalyc aims to increase the visibility, accessibility, and impact of Ibero-American scientific research.

The platform indexes and hosts journals that meet specific quality criteria, including rigorous peer review processes, editorial policies, and adherence to open access principles. Redalyc promotes the adoption of open access publishing models in Latin America and serves as a key resource for researchers, academics, and students seeking scientific information from the region.

Redalyc's main objectives include:

• Promoting the open access movement in Ibero-America.
• Increasing the visibility and impact of scientific journals published in the region.
• Providing a centralized platform for accessing scientific information.
• Improving the quality and professionalism of Ibero-American scientific publishing.
• Facilitating collaboration and knowledge sharing among researchers in the region.

Redalyc offers various services, including a searchable database of indexed journals, article statistics, and tools for publishers to manage their publications. It plays a significant role in promoting scientific research and knowledge dissemination in Latin America and the Iberian Peninsula.