Dear GRC:

 

The first book on ranaviruses is approaching production, and has an early 2015 ePublication date.  Here is a flyer for the book:

 

http://fwf.ag.utk.edu/mgray/Springer/RanavirusBookFlyer.pdf

 

The GRC is attempting to purchase public open-access rights for $20,000, which will increase accessibility tremendously.  If the book is not open access, Springer will offer chapter and book purchasing options (note: these prices have not been set yet but will likely be around $50 per chapter and $200 USD per book).   We are looking for Open Access sponsors at the following levels:  Bronze = $2500, Gold = $5000, or Platinum = $10,000.    Organizations or individuals that contribute will be acknowledged in the book as well as on the GRC website. 

 

A decision of whether Open Access will be purchased needs to be made before 14 November when the books will be sent to production.  Please share this funding need with your organization or forward it to others that may have an interest in supporting.  An early glance at the chapters can be provided for those considering sponsorship.

 

All the Best,

Matt