In a bid to fortify its technological prowess and enhance scientific publishing, global academic publisher Springer Nature has formally sealed an agreement to acquire the Science division of Slimmer AI (S-AI), a Netherlands-based AI company, in a landmark deal that underscores the growing significance of artificial intelligence in academia.
The collaboration between Springer Nature and Slimmer AI dates back to 2015, fostering the development of advanced AI software designed to streamline and elevate the publication process. Through this partnership, AI tools were harnessed to expedite manuscript handling by identifying appropriate editors, increase reviewer acceptance rates by suggesting suitable peer reviewers, and ensure the integrity of scientific publications by automating the detection of potential issues like plagiarism.
This recent acquisition follows Springer Nature's previous endeavors in the AI realm, including the acquisition of protocols.io, a platform for developing and sharing reproducible methods, and the launch of Curie, an AI-powered scientific writing assistant.
The amalgamation of Slimmer AI’s Science division with Springer Nature marks a significant stride towards fortifying AI capabilities in scientific publishing, signifying a concerted effort to leverage cutting-edge technology to uphold the integrity and efficiency of academic research.
Springer Nature continues to position itself at the forefront of innovation, demonstrating a commitment to advancing the field of academic publishing through strategic technological partnerships and integrations.
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