Zero-click discovery offers scholarly publishers new opportunities to monetize research used within external AI services. Capitalizing on these opportunities requires refinements to content preparation, access controls, and correction workflows. Publishers should evaluate collections against recurring customer tasks, clarify applicable licensing rights, and establish revenue streams that cover scientific validation, delivery, and continuous maintenance.
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STM joins international media organisations urging Australia to preserve copyright protections in AI policySTM has joined a coalition of 63 international media and creative industry organizations in calling on the Australian government to maintain existing copyright protections as it develops policies related to artificial intelligence. The coalition, which includes representatives from publishing, media, music, photography, and other creative sectors, submitted…
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Jisc and Google launch collaboration to advance AI adoption across Higher and Further EducationJisc has announced a new two-year collaboration with Google aimed at helping universities and colleges adopt artificial intelligence (AI) more effectively and at scale. The initiative was unveiled during Google’s Higher Education Leader Series event, The Science & Strategy of the AI-Powered University. The…
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GetFTR expands integrations with four additional research and discovery platformsGetFTR (Get Full Text Research) has announced four new integrations with research and discovery platforms as its network of partners continues to expand. As researchers increasingly discover scholarly content through a wider variety of channels, including AI-powered research assistants, evidence platforms, and specialized research tools, GetFTR is…
Read more ARL reaffirms transparency in library licensing amid AI concernsThe Association of Research Libraries (ARL) Executive Committee has updated its transparency principles for licensing agreements in response to emerging artificial intelligence (AI) challenges. The revised statement, approved on October 19, 2026, reaffirms transparency as a core principle in negotiations involving licensed digital content. Research libraries across…
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Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering appoints Khaled Sennah as Co-Editor-in-ChiefThe Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering (CJCE) has appointed Dr. Khaled Sennah as the journal's new Co-Editor-in-Chief. He will serve alongside current Co-Editor-in-Chief Dr. Nihar Biswas. The journal is published by Canadian Science Publishing. Dr. Sennah is a Professor of Structural Engineering at Toronto…
Read moreEverything you need to know in the scholarly publishing space, all in one place. Browse our collection of resources featuring articles, whitepapers and presentations relevant to the publishing industry, particularly STM publishing. Our collection of resources covers topics such as Open Access publishing, Research Publishing, peer review and author support for Scholarly communication, and AI-ML/NLP in Scholarly communication.
Diamond Open Access: Global Paradigm Shift in Scholarly Publishing
Diamond Open Access is an innovative model that ensures research outputs are freely accessible without imposing financial burdens on authors and readers. UNESCO assists Member States in formulating Open Access policies, and the Global Summit on Diamond Open Access held in Toluca, Mexico in October 2023 provided a global platform…
Generative AI in Scholarly Publishing – Exploring Opportunities & Addressing Threats
Generative AI is rapidly advancing with models like ChatGPT, LLaMA, and BERT, driven by progress in deep learning, computing power, and extensive datasets. These advancements enable AI to generate increasingly sophisticated and human-like outputs, impacting industries from virtual assistants to autonomous vehicles and smart homes. Beyond individual applications, AI is…
Browse our events calendar to plan your attendance at the most relevant events in the scholarly publishing industry. This section contains a collection of seminars, conferences, discussions, webinars, and annual meetings to enable you to be seen at the most relevant events.
STM Innovation & Integrity Days 2026, taking place on December 8–9, 2026, at BMA House, London, will bring together publishers, researchers, innovators, funders, and other scholarly communications professionals to explore advancements in trusted research, innovation, and research integrity. The first day, Innovation Day, will focus on emerging technologies, practical solutions,…
Read MoreThe 9th JST/STM Seminar, taking place on October 27, 2026, will examine how the growing use of artificial intelligence is reshaping scientific research and scholarly publishing. Organized jointly by the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) and the International Association of STM Publishers (STM), the seminar will focus on research…
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