App State's institutional repository, providing access to dissertations, articles, and other scholarly works by App State faculty, researchers, and students. Open AIR provides App State scholars a modern, user-friendly platform designed to increase the visibility, usage, and impact of their work.
Open AIR offers fast load times and engaging visuals, making it easy to navigate and explore a variety of research outputs, including datasets. The platform supports a wide range of file formats, and encourages robust open access practices, including the use of persistent identifiers like DOIs and ORCIDs, which will ensure that research outputs are discoverable, citable, and properly attributed.
Additionally, Open AIR provides comprehensive usage data and analytics, allowing researchers to track the reach and influence of their work. By providing a centralized and accessible platform for sharing and managing research, the new repository will serve as a valuable resource for the Appalachian State community, fostering a culture of open scholarship and collaboration.
