While AI accelerates manuscript processing, it fundamentally alters demands on editors and reviewers. Publishers must assess these shifting workloads before committing to expanded publication goals. Tracking effort across the full lifecycle of a manuscript—including revisions and complex inquiries—reveals where AI expands editorial capacity and where human expertise remains indispensable.
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As publishers integrate artificial intelligence, a central question emerges: How much additional scholarly output can journals absorb? The answer hinges on what happens after AI completes its task. Faster preliminary assessment may empower an editor to act with confidence; conversely, it might surface complex issues requiring hours of specialist intervention.…
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Peer Review Week highlights the enduring role of reviewers in the AI eraDuring Peer Review Week, the annual global event that underscores the importance of peer review, IOP Publishing (IOPP) emphasized the continuing contribution of reviewers in maintaining trust in science in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). As AI reshapes the research and publishing landscape,…
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JMIR and ZB MED extend open access agreement through 2028JMIR Publications and ZB MED – Information Centre for Life Sciences have extended their Flat‑Fee Unlimited Open Access Publishing Agreement for two years, continuing the partnership until December 31, 2028. The agreement, originally set to conclude at the end of 2026, allows participating German…
Read more Clarivate and ODIN launch resource sharing network across DakotasClarivate Plc has announced that the Online Dakota Information Network (ODIN) has selected its Rapido library resource sharing platform to establish a multi‑state network across North and South Dakota. The new cloud‑based system will connect more than 200 academic, public, state, school, and special libraries of varying…
Read more IOM3 appoints new members to Scholarly Publications CommitteeThe Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining (IOM3) has announced the appointment of new members to its Scholarly Publications Committee (SPC). The SPC provides strategic, non‑executive guidance for the institute’s scholarly publishing program, which includes 16 peer‑reviewed journals managed by IOM3 and its partners. The IOM3 Nominations…
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…
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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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