Preprint linking should be managed as a version-aware relationship rather than stored as a static URL. Machine-assisted comparison can identify likely matches, surface material changes, and route uncertainty for review. Human teams still verify identity, preserve context through production, and maintain status after publication so scholarly records remain dependable for readers and machines.
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Springer Nature and Binghamton University sign three‑year Transformative AgreementSpringer Nature has entered into a three‑year Transformative Agreement with Binghamton University, enabling affiliated researchers to publish Open Access (OA) in Springer’s hybrid portfolio. The agreement covers subject areas such as engineering, biomedical and life sciences, chemistry, and materials science. In addition, Binghamton researchers…
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Big Ten Academic Alliance and Wiley renew open access agreement through 2027The Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA) and Wiley have renewed their open access publishing agreement, extending benefits for researchers through December 31, 2027. The updated terms are designed to maintain publishing opportunities while providing universities with a more predictable framework for managing costs. Under…
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Canadian Science Publishing and Canadian Black Scientist Network formalize three‑year partnershipCanadian Science Publishing (CSP) and the Canadian Black Scientist Network (CBSN) have signed a three‑year memorandum of understanding to strengthen collaboration and support Black scientists in Canada. The agreement builds on a relationship established in 2024 and reflects a shared commitment to advancing inclusive…
Read more JSTOR Stewardship introduces alt text tools for image collectionsJSTOR Digital Stewardship Services has launched new tools and workflows to support alt text creation for image‑based materials across digital collections. With this release, Tier 2 and Tier 3 participants in JSTOR Stewardship can author, edit, export, and publish alt text directly on JSTOR. Tier 3 charter…
Read more American Urological Association appoints David Penson as next Editor of The Journal of Urology®The American Urological Association (AUA) has announced that Dr. David F. Penson, will become the next editor of The Journal of Urology®, the organization’s flagship scientific publication. Dr. Penson will begin serving as editor‑in‑training on January 1, 2027, before assuming a three‑year term as editor starting January…
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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