Academic research has traditionally depended on a fragmented landscape of tools for discovery, writing, collaboration, validation, and publication preparation. This model is increasingly under strain as AI becomes embedded in everyday research work. AI systems require continuity, structured context, and consistent oversight, all of which are difficult to sustain when research processes are spread across disconnected platforms. As a result, a shift is underway toward research workflows being designed as integrated platforms rather than collections of standalone applications. These workflow platforms bring key research activities into unified environments, enabling AI to operate more effectively across the research lifecycle. Integrated workflows also support validation and integrity checks throughout the process, creating stronger foundations for responsible AI use. The growing importance of governance, transparency, and alignment with scholarly standards is central as workflow platforms become core infrastructure in the research ecosystem. The future will be shaped less by isolated AI features and more by trusted, end-to-end systems that embed them.
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Wolters Kluwer UpToDate earns Best in KLAS recognition for Patient Care and EducationWolters Kluwer Health has announced that two UpToDate® solutions are ranked #1 in the 2026 Best in KLAS – Software and Services report released recently. KLAS Research independently measures the performance of healthcare technology and services vendors based on provider feedback…
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Taylor & Francis names Julia Kostova as Vice President for Academic Partnerships in the AmericasTaylor & Francis has announced the appointment of Dr Julia Kostova as Vice President of Academic Partnerships. The newly created role is described as leading efforts to strengthen the publisher’s relationships with research communities across the Americas, including institutions, societies, funders, policymakers, and researchers. Dr Kostova has…
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MDPI Institutional Open Access Program agreement applies to 96 institutions across SwedenMDPI has signed a comprehensive Institutional Open Access Program (IOAP) agreement covering 96 institutions across Sweden. The announcement states that the agreement applies to researchers affiliated with participating Swedish universities, university colleges, and government research institutes. Researchers at participating institutions are able to publish in any MDPI…
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COAR Annual Meeting 2026 to address openness, AI, and global collaborationThe Confederation of Open Access Repositories (COAR) has confirmed that its 2026 Annual Meeting will be hosted by the University of Minho in Braga, Portugal, from June 1 to 3, 2026. The event comes at a time when the global research ecosystem is navigating political uncertainty, rapid…
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Ohio University researchers publish open access in ACS Journals at no costOhio University researchers will now be able to publish open access articles in American Chemical Society (ACS) hybrid journals without paying article processing charges (APCs), following a new read-and-publish agreement announced by OhioLINK. Under the agreement, Ohio University faculty members and graduate students can…
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JMIR journal invites submissions on Participatory Artificial Intelligence for HealthJMIR Publications has launched a new call for papers for the ‘Participatory Artificial Intelligence for Health’ section within the open access Journal of Participatory Medicine. The new section aims to explore how patients, caregivers, clinicians, researchers, and the public can actively…
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 12th ACSE Annual Conference convenes editors, publishers, policymakers, technologists, librarians, and institutional leaders to address the pressing theme of 'Rebuilding Trust in Scholarly Publishing'. As confidence in editorial systems, peer review, publishing practices, and research evaluation faces increasing challenges, the conference provides a collaborative forum to explore responsible practices,…
Read MoreThe UKSG 49th Annual Conference, taking place March 30 – April 1, 2026, will gather librarians, publishers, content providers, consultants, and intermediaries from around the world for one of the leading events in scholarly communications. The program will focus on critical themes such as Open Access publishing, metadata interoperability, digital…
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