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Be Part of Progress - together we bring greater understanding to the world Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. Global key facts: Established for over 180 years Nearly 10,000 colleagues 200 offices in over 40 countries on all continents World’s largest academic book publisher Publisher of Nature, the world’s most influential journal First company to publish more than 1 million Open Access articles Key brands and imprints: Springer Nature is home to some of the best-known names in research, health and educational publishing. Every day, around the globe, our brands reach millions of people. Nature Portfolio Springer BMC Discover Palgrave Macmillan Apress Macmillan Education Springer Health+ Springer Medizin Research Square J.B. Metzler BSL Media & Learning Adis

Hearst Magazines, the world’s largest lifestyle media publisher, has a portfolio of more than 30 powerful brands in the U.S. that inspire and entertain audiences across all media platforms. Hearst Magazines’ print and digital assets reach 141 million readers and site visitors each month — 55% of all adults in the U.S., 53% of all Millennials and 50% of all Gen Z adults over the age of 18 (Source: 2024 Comscore Multi-Platform© MRI-Simmons - 09/24/S24). The company publishes more than 200 magazine editions and 175 websites around the world. Hearst Magazines International, a unit of Hearst Magazines, encompasses eight owned and operated businesses, nine joint ventures and 40 license partners across 47 countries. Together, we are welcomed into the lives of millions around the world with our portfolio of nearly 200 editions.

Axel Springer is a transatlantic family-owned media company. By providing information across its diverse media brands (among others BILD, BUSINESS INSIDER, POLITICO, WELT) Axel Springer is shaping the future of independent journalism in the free world.