While AI accelerates manuscript processing, it fundamentally alters demands on editors and reviewers. Publishers must assess these shifting workloads before committing to expanded publication goals. Tracking effort across the full lifecycle of a manuscript—including revisions and complex inquiries—reveals where AI expands editorial capacity and where human expertise remains indispensable.
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AAAS adds Research Future to Science Partner Journal programThe American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) has announced a partnership with the Science and Technology Review Publishing House, under the leadership of the China Association for Science and Technology (CAST), to publish Research Future as part of the Science Partner Journal…
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WHO urges stronger ethics oversight in AI health researchArtificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping health research, offering opportunities to accelerate scientific discovery, strengthen health systems, and improve health outcomes. At the same time, without robust ethical safeguards and oversight, AI‑related research could introduce risks that undermine human rights, equity, and public trust. The World Health…
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OAPEN and Max Planck Society partner to build open access book collectionThe OAPEN Foundation has announced a partnership with the Max Planck Society (MPG) to develop a collection of open access books authored by researchers from more than 80 Max Planck Institutes and facilities. The institutes cover a wide range of disciplines, from the natural…
Read more CCC’s RightFind Enterprise connects with AVAYL MedPro platformCopyright Clearance Center (CCC) has announced an API‑based integration of its software solution RightFind Enterprise® with AVAYL’s MedPro, an AI‑powered Medical Affairs workflow platform. The integration enables medical information teams using MedPro to securely access peer‑reviewed scholarly literature and verify applicable…
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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