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Sparc
AddedApr 14, 2024
UpdatedJul 4, 2026
Sparc

Sparc

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Sparc is a professional networking platform for securing jobs, career mentoring, and making money (coaching and tutoring).

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Founded with the core mission of promoting open access to knowledge, SPARC (the Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition) advocates for systems in research and education that are open by default and equitable by design. SPARC focuses on Open Access, Open Education, and Open Data, aiming to ensure that everyone can access and contribute to the knowledge that shapes our world. Their initiatives target reducing the economic barriers to accessing research and educational resources, thereby fostering a more inclusive and collaborative academic environment.

Notable affiliated individuals include influential educators, researchers, and policymakers who champion open access principles. SPARC has garnered significant achievements, such as influencing US Congress to allocate $47 million for open textbooks and highlighting the $90 billion annual US investment in publicly accessible research. Their impact extends globally, addressing the €10 billion annual cost to the European economy due to inaccessible research data. Through advocacy and strategic partnerships, SPARC has significantly advanced the open knowledge movement, making substantial strides toward a more equitable and accessible global knowledge ecosystem.

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Sparc - Quick Facts

Who are Sparc's competitors?

Companies similar to Sparc include Thinklab, PanOpen, Kepler and Academia.edu.

When was Sparc's last funding round?

Sparc's most recent funding round was for $20k (USD) in January 2024.

How much has Sparc raised to-date?

As of Jan 1, 2024, Sparc has raised a total of $20k (USD).

Sparc - Classification

Technology
  • Data
Customer
  • Non-Profit
Main Product
  • Open Access
  • Open Education
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  • Open Data