AI disclosure directly intersects with the economics of the author journey. Publishers must capture meaningful details regarding substantive AI usage without introducing friction that yields minimal editorial value. Tracking disclosure rates in isolation can be misleading when policies vary widely and increased compliance does not necessarily lead to more informed editorial decisions.
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Springer Nature updates AI policies to strengthen responsible AI use in research publishingSpringer Nature has introduced updated editorial policies and guidance on artificial intelligence (AI) to support responsible and transparent use across the research publishing lifecycle. The new framework provides practical direction for authors, reviewers, and editors as AI becomes increasingly embedded in scholarly workflows. More…
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AMA releases CPT 2027 code set reflecting advances in medical servicesThe American Medical Association (AMA) has released the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) 2027 code set, which includes 299 new codes designed to reflect developments in medical, surgical, and diagnostic services. The CPT code set continues to evolve alongside medical innovation, offering a structured pathway…
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Nominations open for 2027 APE Award for Innovation in Scholarly CommunicationDigital Science and the Berlin Institute for Scholarly Publishing (BISP) have opened nominations for the 2027 Academic Publishing in Europe (APE) Award for Innovation in Scholarly Communication. Now in its fifth year, the award will be presented during the 22nd APE Conference in Berlin,…
Read more CCC expands Ringgold Organizations with new funder data for scholarly communicationsCopyright Clearance Center (CCC) has announced the addition of funder data to Ringgold Organizations, a persistent identifier solution widely used by publishers, service providers, and funders. The update introduces more than 21,000 funder records, including a unique Ringgold Funder ID, funder hierarchies, and additional…
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MDPI relaunches Journal of Interdisciplinary Research Applied to MedicineMDPI has acquired and relaunched the Journal of Interdisciplinary Research Applied to Medicine (JDReAM), which had been dormant since 2021. The publisher released the first issue in March, with Volume 6, Issue 3 expected later this month. Established in 2017, JDReAM is the official…
Read more IntechOpen Sustainable Development Collection now available on ScienceOpenThe IntechOpen Sustainable Development Collection has been made available on ScienceOpen, an interactive research discovery platform designed to help scholars organize, access, and engage with open research. The collaboration aims to enhance the visibility and impact of scholarly content related to sustainability. The collection…
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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