Springer Nature joins UNESCO conference on science for sustainable development - July 15, 2026
In July, UNESCO will host the inaugural global conference on the International Decade of Sciences for Sustainable Development in Paris. Springer Nature will participate in the event, contributing to panel discussions and a photography exhibition aligned with the theme “Science in… Read More
NISO Plus 2026 Global/Online preliminary program released - July 15, 2026
The draft program for NISO Plus 2026 Global/Online, scheduled for September 16–17, has been released by the NISO Plus Planning Committee. This year’s virtual meeting will focus on the theme “Connecting Human Futures and Intelligent Systems through Standards.” The program emphasizes… Read More
Annual Reviews acquires Underline Science - July 15, 2026
Annual Reviews (AR), a nonprofit organization focused on synthesizing and integrating knowledge for the advancement of science and society, has announced the acquisition of Underline Science (Underline). The move expands AR’s ability to support scholarly societies and conference organizers worldwide. The addition of Underline… Read More
First Horizon Europe RAISE research projects launched - July 15, 2026
On June 16, the first Horizon Europe‑funded projects under the Resource for AI Science in Europe (RAISE) were launched. These initiatives focus on developing foundation models for science in areas such as materials science, agriculture, environment, and climate. The launch was marked by a joint workshop in Brussels, organized in… Read More
Intellectual Freedom Committee issues Guidelines for evaluating digital content vendors - July 15, 2026
The Intellectual Freedom Committee has released “Content Controls and Access Guidelines for Vendors,” a new document designed to assist library staff in making informed decisions when selecting third‑party digital content providers. Adopted on May 5, 2026, the guidelines provide tools to help safeguard intellectual… Read More
ResearchGate and Via Medica expand Journal Home partnership - July 15, 2026
ResearchGate, the professional network for researchers, and Via Medica, a publisher of medical information for doctors and patients, have announced an expansion of their Journal Home partnership. The agreement now covers 20 journals, representing nearly half of Via Medica’s publishing portfolio.… Read More
