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From Optional to Mandatory: The Rise of AI Disclosure in Scholarly Research

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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Knowledgespeak Editorial – From Optional to Mandatory: The Rise of AI Disclosure in Scholarly Research

AI is no longer a peripheral presence in research. It is increasingly embedded in how scholars search literature, analyze data, generate text, translate content, and prepare manuscripts. What began as an informal, often unspoken use is now becoming a visible part of the research process. With that visibility comes a…

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KLAS Research names Wolters Kluwer Sentri7 Best in KLAS 2026 for pharmacy surveillance and infection control & monitoring

Wolters Kluwer Health has announced that KLAS Research has recognized Sentri7® clinical surveillance solutions as Best in KLAS® for both Pharmacy Surveillance and Infection Control and Monitoring in the ‘2026 Best in KLAS – Software and Services’ report…

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Cambridge University Press & Assessment advances licensing-based positions in AI and copyright consultations

Cambridge University Press & Assessment has pursued licensing arrangements intended to protect creative industries as governments worldwide consult on the use of copyrighted works to train Large Language Models (LLMs). Over the past 12 months, the organization has submitted consultation responses to the Indian government, the European…

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Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine relaunches under Springer Nature imprint

The Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine (JCSM) has begun publishing under the Springer Nature imprint, marking a new chapter for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s clinical journal and representing the latest stage in its 20-year development. The partnership places JCSM…

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INRAE joins BioOne’s three-year Subscribe to Open pilot

INRAE and BioOne have signed a three-year agreement under which the French research organization will participate in BioOne’s Subscribe to Open (S2O) pilot program from 2026 to 2028. The agreement is aimed at supporting sustainable and equitable scholarly communication while expanding open access to…

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ASRT joins RadiologyInfo.org partnership with ACR and RSNA

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) has joined the American College of Radiology (ACR) and the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) as a partner in RadiologyInfo.org, a website dedicated to providing patients and healthcare providers with…

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APS appoints Erika Shugart as Chief Executive Officer

The American Physiological Society (APS) has appointed Erika Shugart, PhD, FAAAS, as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective March 9. Shugart succeeds Scott Steen, who retired earlier this year. Shugart brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across scientific societies and nonprofit organizations. Prior to joining…

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RESOURCES

Everything 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.

Articles

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…

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White Papers

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…

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EVENTS

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.

12th ACSE Annual Conference - 15 Aug 2026

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,…

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UKSG 49th Annual Conference - 30 Mar 2026

The 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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