Oxford University Press to acquire Karger Publishers - November 5, 2025
Oxford University Press has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Karger Publishers, with completion expected in December. Following completion, the acquisition will integrate Karger Publishers into Oxford University Press’s broader organization, aligning a shared emphasis on quality, scholarly integrity, and the advancement of medical… Read More
Taylor & Francis expands open access with 32 books via Pledge to Open and confirms third-year library-funded program - November 5, 2025
Taylor & Francis has announced 32 new open access books under its Pledge to Open collective funding initiative and has confirmed that the program will run for a third year. Concluding the initiative’s second year, the new titles cover key global themes including children’s… Read More
IEEE global survey predicts Agentic AI will reach consumer mass market adoption by 2026 - November 5, 2025
A new IEEE global survey forecasts widespread consumer adoption of agentic AI by 2026, as the technology evolves into a mainstream Smart Assistant for everyday tasks. Respondents identified personal scheduling, data privacy management, health monitoring, and automated errands among the most common consumer uses expected to reach… Read More
Call for proposals for the LIBER Annual Conference 2026 now open - November 5, 2025
LIBER has opened the call for proposals for the 55th Annual Conference, scheduled for 2026 in Trondheim, Norway, under the theme ‘The Power of Libraries in an Uncertain World’. The event will focus on how research libraries navigate ethical, technological, and social challenges while safeguarding knowledge and… Read More
Kudos names Dr. Fraser Macleod as Managing Director to lead life sciences expansion - November 5, 2025
Kudos has appointed Dr. Fraser Macleod as Managing Director to guide the company’s expansion in life sciences and healthcare communications. The platform, which helps researchers increase the visibility and impact of their work, is extending its focus toward pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical communications sectors. Dr. Macleod brings… Read More
Knowledgespeak Editorial: Governing the Future of Knowledge — The Case for Responsible AI in Science - November 4, 2025
Artificial intelligence has moved beyond the margins of academia and into its core. Once confined to data analysis or citation management, AI is now shaping the way research is designed, executed, and even interpreted. The integration of AI into the very fabric of scientific discovery is not merely a possibility… Read More
