AI is now embedded across multiple stages of the research process, from data analysis and image processing to manuscript preparation and translation. As AI use becomes routine, informal and inconsistent disclosure is increasingly misaligned with expectations around research integrity and transparency. Standardized disclosure frameworks, embedded within editorial and review workflows, are emerging as essential infrastructure for accountability, reproducibility, and trust. By treating AI use as part of the research record rather than an exception, the scholarly community can align innovation with integrity and ensure clearer oversight in an AI-enabled research ecosystem.
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Wolters Kluwer unveils Medi-Span Expert AI with Model Context Protocol (MCP) for digital healthWolters Kluwer Health unveiled plans for Medi-Span® Expert AI, which is designed to deliver medication intelligence from Medi-Span for digital health tech developers. Medi-Span, from the makers of UpToDate®, is described as a leading solution used and trusted…
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Frontiers outlines research integrity work in 2025 on papermills, fast-churn science, and AIA Frontiers research integrity blog has reviewed 2025 as a demanding and transformative year, outlining how emerging challenges including papermills, fast-churn science, and the responsible use of AI were addressed. The blog states that this work has reshaped the organization’s approach to research integrity and is laying…
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Columbia University Libraries Open Access agreement offers 5% APC and CPC discount with IGI Global Scientific PublishingIGI Global Scientific Publishing has entered into an Open Access publishing agreement with Columbia University Libraries. Through the agreement, Columbia University-affiliated authors receive a 5% discount on Article Processing Charges (APCs) and Chapter Processing Charges (CPCs) when publishing in IGI Global Scientific Publishing’s Open…
Read more GetFTR expands free-tier publishing with new global partners and APA integration across leading research toolsGetFTR (Get Full Text Research) has expanded its publisher network and research-discovery ecosystem through new free-tier publishing participants and additional integrations with research tools, supporting its mission to improve access to trusted scholarly content. The GetFTR free-tier program, which is designed to help smaller publishers adopt GetFTR…
Read more JSTOR’s Path to Open titles surpass 2025 usage in five weeks, driving global open access growthThe first 100 titles made openly available through JSTOR’s Path to Open program have recorded higher usage in five weeks of open access than during the entire year of licensed access in 2025, according to new program data. According to JSTOR, the first 100…
Read more Jessica Maddox named Editor-in-Chief of new open access journal on Creator and Influencer StudiesJessica Maddox, an associate professor in the Grady College Department of Entertainment and Media Studies at the University of Georgia, has been named the inaugural Editor-in-Chief of Creator and Influencer Studies, a new fully open access journal published by Springer Nature.…
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 MoreKMWorld Europe 2026 marks the UK debut of the premier global event for knowledge and information management. Over two days in London, leading experts, practitioners, and innovators will explore how organizations are harnessing knowledge sharing to drive efficiency, innovation, and success. The programme features world-class speakers, practical workshops, interactive panels,…
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