Kirsten Bibbins‑Domingo extends tenure as JAMA Network Editor-in-Chief through 2031 - August 10, 2026
The American Medical Association (AMA) has announced that Dr. Kirsten Bibbins‑Domingo, will continue as Editor in Chief of JAMA and the JAMA Network through 2031. The extension provides continuity in the leadership of one of the world’s most widely recognized medical publishing platforms. Dr.… Read More
American Chemical Society introduces unified brand identity during 150th anniversary - August 6, 2026
The 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… Read More
JMIR Publications and UMass Chan Medical School establish open access publishing agreement - August 6, 2026
JMIR 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… Read More
Congress pauses implementation of OMB grant regulation revisions - August 6, 2026
The 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 platforms - August 6, 2026
Princeton 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,… Read More
ResearchGate and IWA Publishing expand Journal Home partnership to enhance research visibility - August 6, 2026
ResearchGate 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 More
