AI services can consult subscribed scholarship without producing the article visits and downloads used in renewal decisions. Publishers and libraries therefore need credible measures of authorized machine use, precise licensing, and strong privacy protection. Subscription value can grow through AI-mediated discovery when the contribution of licensed content remains measurable and verifiable.
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Springer Nature Open Access report highlights role of transformative agreementsSpringer Nature has released its fifth Open Access (OA) report, showing that transformative agreements (TAs) remain a central driver of the global transition to OA publishing. The publisher reported a 12 percent increase in OA publishing through TAs in 2025, alongside 19 new and…
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Wolters Kluwer and Epic expand access to integrated clinical solutions for healthcare providersWolters Kluwer Health is collaborating with Epic to provide an integrated set of clinical content solutions—UpToDate Lexidrug, Medi‑Span, and UpToDate Patient Education—to eligible healthcare organizations across the United States. The offering is designed to support rural hospitals, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), state hospitals, tribal healthcare organizations,…
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EBSCOhost adds AI conversational search and document interaction toolsEBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) has introduced two new AI‑assisted research features in EBSCOhost: AI Conversational Search and Ask This Document (AI Ask). These tools, part of the EBSCOhost AI Research Companion suite, are designed to help users conduct research more efficiently and gain deeper…
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OpenAIRE announces FAIR Research Data Management Train-the-Trainers BootcampOpenAIRE has announced the upcoming FAIR Research Data Management (RDM) Train‑the‑Trainers Bootcamp for Data Stewards, a four‑day online program scheduled for October 26–29, 2026. The initiative is designed to strengthen the practical and teaching skills of professionals who support research communities in implementing FAIR and Open Science…
Read more Sage appoints Akshay Anand and Sanjay A. Pai to medical research Advisory BoardSage has appointed Dr. Akshay Anand and Dr. Sanjay A. Pai to its Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Advisory Board to strengthen engagement with the healthcare ecosystem and support translational impact in medical research. The appointments mark a step in expanding Sage’s advisory capacity in South Asia, particularly…
Read moreResearchGate, the professional network for researchers, and ASTM International, a global standards organization and publisher of peer‑reviewed technical research, have announced a new Journal Home partnership. The collaboration is intended to increase the visibility and discoverability of open access content from…
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.
The 2026 Frankfurt Book Fair will take place from October 7–11, 2026, in Frankfurt, Germany, serving as the world's leading international marketplace for content, publishing, and media. Bringing together publishers, authors, literary agents, technology providers, rights professionals, and content innovators from around the globe, the event provides a premier platform…
Read MoreThe STM Dinner & Conference 2026 will take place in Frankfurt, Germany, on October 5–6, 2026, immediately preceding the Frankfurt Book Fair. This year’s theme, Operationalising Trust, will explore how trust in research can be designed, governed, and demonstrated across borders, technologies, and institutions. Discussions will address policy alignment, responsible…
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