Rockefeller University Press collaborates with Cadmore Media to embed video in research articles - May 19, 2026
Cadmore Media has partnered with Rockefeller University Press (RUP) to integrate video directly into research articles. The collaboration is intended to ensure that video content is embedded within the scientific record, making it more accessible and easier to understand. RUP publishes a substantial collection… Read More
Jisc launches sector survey to inform future FE digital content service - May 19, 2026
Jisc has launched a new sector survey to help shape the future of its digital content service, including the e‑books for FE program. The initiative seeks input from further education (FE) practitioners to ensure that future licensing agreements and content offerings provide value, improve affordability, and support… Read More
Old Dominion University adopts OCLC’s WorldShare Management Services for library operations - May 19, 2026
Old Dominion University (ODU) has selected OCLC’s WorldShare Management Services (WMS) as its new library services platform following a comprehensive review of its systems. The decision is intended to streamline operations and expand access to global research resources for students and faculty. ODU, a… Read More
Book Industry Study Group appoints Allison Belan as Executive Director - May 15, 2026
The Book Industry Study Group (BISG) has appointed Allison Belan as its ninth Executive Director. She will succeed Brian O’Leary, who is retiring from the position on June 30. Belan joins BISG following a 22‑year tenure at Duke University Press, where she most recently… Read More
AMA calls for physician protections against AI deepfake impersonation - May 15, 2026
The American Medical Association (AMA) has introduced a comprehensive policy framework to protect physicians from unauthorized use of AI‑generated deepfakes. The framework, developed by the AMA Center for Digital Health and AI, aims to modernize identity protections and address legal gaps… Read More
CARL announces grants for Open Access Book Publishing - May 15, 2026
The Canadian Association of Research Libraries (CARL) has announced the recipients of the inaugural Fund for Advancing Open Access Book Publishing. Launched in 2026 as a two‑year pilot program, the initiative was designed to accelerate the publication of scholarly books in open access by… Read More
