Zero-click discovery offers scholarly publishers new opportunities to monetize research used within external AI services. Capitalizing on these opportunities requires refinements to content preparation, access controls, and correction workflows. Publishers should evaluate collections against recurring customer tasks, clarify applicable licensing rights, and establish revenue streams that cover scientific validation, delivery, and continuous maintenance.
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Oxford University Press launches ChatGPT Edu pilot with three academic institutionsOxford University Press (OUP) has launched a pilot program with three academic institutions to connect their ChatGPT Edu accounts with its scholarly content. Running from October to December 2026, the initiative will allow selected students and researchers to access subscribed and purchased academic publications through AI-assisted research workflows.…
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McGraw Hill opens 2027 Pathfinder Award nominations for educators and administratorsMcGraw Hill has opened nominations for the 2027 Pathfinder Award, its annual program recognizing education professionals who use innovative approaches to improve student engagement, performance, and motivation. The fifth annual award program will recognize three recipients, each of whom will receive a $5,000 prize and national…
Read more Princeton, Cambridge, and Johns Hopkins University Presses launch Meridian for AI access to scholarly contentPrinceton University Press, Cambridge University Press, and Johns Hopkins University Press have joined Cashmere as founding publishers of Meridian, a university press community initiative designed to connect scholarly library collections with artificial intelligence (AI) tools used by researchers. Convened by…
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CERN becomes new host of Open Research Europe as platform expands accessOpen Research Europe (ORE), the open-access publishing platform launched by the European Commission, has entered a new phase as a collective European publishing service under the operational management of CERN. The relaunch expands eligibility beyond researchers funded through European Union programs, potentially making the platform available to more…
Read more Center for Research Libraries appoints Janine Marino as Chief Operating OfficerThe Center for Research Libraries (CRL) has appointed Janine Marino as its Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective November 30, 2026. In this role, Marino will oversee the implementation of CRL's strategic framework by translating organizational goals into operational priorities, plans, and measurable outcomes. She will also focus on…
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.
STM Innovation & Integrity Days 2026, taking place on December 8–9, 2026, at BMA House, London, will bring together publishers, researchers, innovators, funders, and other scholarly communications professionals to explore advancements in trusted research, innovation, and research integrity. The first day, Innovation Day, will focus on emerging technologies, practical solutions,…
Read MoreThe webinar will examine the latest developments in AI and copyright affecting scholarly and academic publishing in China, Australia, and Malaysia. Speakers will discuss regulatory changes, AI-related litigation, copyright protection, and publishers’ efforts to influence policy, offering regional comparisons and insights into the evolving challenges facing copyright owners across the…
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