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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IEEE releases 2026 technology predictions on artificial intelligence, power systems, and adaptive medicineThe Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), a technical professional organization and public charity, together with the IEEE Computer Society, has announced its 2026 Technology Predictions. The report presents a forecast of technology trends expected in the coming year, with a focus on…
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Royal Society of Chemistry publishes first sustainability strategy to advance UN SDGsThe Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) has published its first sustainability strategy, outlining its vision of a sustainable future and its role in contributing toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). The organization states that the strategy was developed using insights drawn…
Read more Max Planck Society enters five-year open access publishing agreement with Biochemical SocietyThe Max Planck Society has entered into a new five-year Open Access publishing agreement with Portland Press, which is the publishing subsidiary of the Biochemical Society. The agreement was negotiated by the Max Planck Digital Library (MPDL) on behalf of the…
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ResearchGate and Scifiniti announce Journal Home partnershipResearchGate has announced a new Journal Home partnership with open access research publisher Scifiniti, covering the publisher’s complete journal portfolio. The partnership is designed to increase global visibility, readership, and engagement for Scifiniti’s journals by surfacing published content directly across ResearchGate’s network of more…
Read more Optica Publishing Group appoints new Editors-in-Chief for four journalsOptica Publishing Group has announced the appointment of four new Editors-in-Chief across its journal portfolio. Peter E. Andersen will lead Applied Optics, Thomas F. Krauss has been named Editor-in-Chief of Optica, Curtis R. Menyuk will head Advances in Optics and Photonics, and Carsten Rockstuhl has been appointed…
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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