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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American Chemical Society introduces unified brand identity during 150th anniversaryThe American Chemical Society (ACS) has introduced an evolved brand identity that reflects the organization’s growth, global reach, and vision for advancing science. The launch coincides with ACS’ 150th anniversary and is intended to strengthen how the organization delivers on its mission to expand scientific knowledge, support…
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JMIR Publications and UMass Chan Medical School establish open access publishing agreementJMIR Publications has entered into a partnership with the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School (UMass Chan) to provide unlimited open access publishing through an institutional subscription. The agreement, funded by the Lamar Soutter Library at UMass Chan, replaces individual article processing fees with…
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Congress pauses implementation of OMB grant regulation revisionsThe United States Senate has moved to block implementation of the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) proposed changes to federal grant regulations. On August 2, the Senate released the text of a Continuing Resolution to fund the federal government through mid‑December. The legislation includes language prohibiting…
Read more Princeton University Press partners with Cashmere to license academic content for AI platformsPrinceton University Press (PUP) has entered into a partnership with Cashmere, an independent AI content management platform, to license academic material for use in copyright‑compliant AI systems. The agreement enables PUP to use Cashmere’s infrastructure as a gateway to AI platforms, ensuring that copyright,…
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ResearchGate and IWA Publishing expand Journal Home partnership to enhance research visibilityResearchGate and IWA Publishing have announced an expansion of their Journal Home partnership, aimed at increasing the visibility and discoverability of water research. The collaboration also helps eligible researchers identify opportunities to publish article processing charge (APC)‑free Open Access through institutional…
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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