SMU Libraries provide copyright and publishing support for your teaching, research and publishing needs through these services.
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ISBN & ISSN Registration
The ISSN is the standardised 8-digit international code that uniquely identifies a serial publication. The National Library is the ISSN National Centre for Singapore and issues Singapore ISSNs to serials published in Singapore. Faculty, Schools and SMU Centre with plans to start a new journal can contact the Library to request for an ISSN.
The ISBN is the standardised 13-digit international number that uniquely identifies a monographic/book publication and enables it to be located easily. Any member of the SMU Community who needs an ISBN for their publication can contact the Library to apply for one.
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Copyright Advisory
- Consultation on copyright concerns in teaching, research and publishing
- Information on permitted use of works under Fair Use
- Advise on educational exceptions under the Singapore Copyright Act
- Advise on using works in course readings and teaching materials
- Finding alternative Open Educational Resources
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Copyright Resources
- Learn about Copyright, Fair Dealing & Fair Use, Creative Commons, Open Access, and obtaining permission through this guide on copyright.
- Copyright Chatbot
For more information contact, library@smu.edu.sg