AI services can consult subscribed scholarship without producing the article visits and downloads used in renewal decisions. Publishers and libraries therefore need credible measures of authorized machine use, precise licensing, and strong privacy protection. Subscription value can grow through AI-mediated discovery when the contribution of licensed content remains measurable and verifiable.
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STM leads global consultation on AI disclosure standards in researchTransparency regarding the role of artificial intelligence in research outputs is increasingly recognized as a key element of research integrity. Current practices for disclosing AI use differ across disciplines, regions, and publishing cultures. In September 2025, STM released Recommendations for a Classification of AI…
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Clarivate appoints Michael Easton as Executive Vice President and CFOClarivate has announced the appointment of Michael Easton as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective August 8, 2026. He succeeds Jonathan Collins, who is stepping down to pursue another opportunity. Easton has more than 25 years of experience in finance, accounting, and operations. He most…
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University of Melbourne publishes inaugural Research Integrity ReportThe University of Melbourne has released its first Research Integrity Report, covering the period from January 1 to December 31, 2025. The report outlines the practices, standards, and processes that underpin the institution’s approach to research integrity and transparency, aligning with its strategy Advancing…
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IEEE journals achieve high rankings in 2026 Citation ReportsIEEE announced that its portfolio of journals achieved leading positions in the latest global citation rankings, according to the June 2026 releases of Clarivate’s Journal Citation Reports™ (JCR) and Scopus’s CiteScore™ metrics. The results highlight consistent performance across engineering, computing, and artificial intelligence, with…
Read more EBSCO Information Services joins Book Industry Study GroupThe Book Industry Study Group (BISG) has announced that EBSCO Information Services has joined as its newest member. EBSCO provides libraries and research institutions worldwide with databases, library technology, e‑books, subscription management, book acquisition services, and discovery solutions. The company’s work connects publishers, libraries,…
Read more FASEB to launch new journal focused on cancer researchThe Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB) has announced the development of FASEB Cancer, a new scholarly journal dedicated to advancing research across the biological and biomedical fields of cancer science. The journal will join the FASEB Publications portfolio, which includes The FASEB Journal and…
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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