AI is creating an aftermarket for scholarly content as agents act on figures, methods, citations, datasets, metadata and usage signals beyond the article page. This can improve discovery, assessment, integrity checking and reuse. The publishing test is whether provenance, rights, versioning, correction status, context and accountability remain attached to each reusable scholarly unit.
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Journal publishing is no longer short of tools. It is short of defensible capacity. Submissions are rising, reviewer availability is thinning, and production teams are expected to turn accepted papers into clean, discoverable records with fewer errors and shorter delays. AI enters this pressure point with an awkward double role:…
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STM defends independent scholarly communication and merit reviewThe International Association of Scientific, Technical and Medical Publishers (STM) has submitted comments to the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) opposing proposed changes to federal grant regulations. STM argued that the revisions would undermine independent expert review, scholarly communication, and the dissemination of research findings.…
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University of Tsukuba and Taylor & Francis expand JIG across JapanTaylor & Francis, in collaboration with the University of Tsukuba, has announced the expansion of the Japan Institutional Gateway (JIG), a pioneering open research publishing platform. Under a newly signed memorandum of understanding, the initiative now extends beyond Tsukuba and its affiliated institutions to…
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FIZ Karlsruhe engages in EU consultation on copyrightThe European Commission has initiated a public consultation on revising EU copyright legislation, with particular attention to adapting the legal framework to technological developments—especially artificial intelligence—and to the requirements of research and innovation. Experts in copyright law from FIZ Karlsruhe contributed to the first…
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Worcester Polytechnic Institute adopts FOLIO in partnership with EBSCO Information ServicesWorcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), a private R1 research university known for its applied research and leadership in technology innovation, has joined the global network of institutions using FOLIO. The university has migrated to the interoperable library services platform hosted and supported by EBSCO Information…
Read more AGA introduces Nigel, AI assistant for Gastroenterology and HepatologyThe American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) has announced the launch of Nigel, an AI-powered virtual assistant designed specifically for gastroenterology and hepatology. Developed in collaboration with experts Dennis L. Shung, MD, MHS, PhD, Bradly C. Stadie, PhD, and Aly T. Strauss, MD, MIE, Nigel provides…
Read more LIBER 2026 annual conference highlights collaborationThe 55th LIBER Annual Conference, hosted at NTNU University Library from 1–3 July, brought together more than 500 participants from across Europe’s research library community under the theme “The Power of Libraries in an Uncertain World.” LIBER President Julien Roche emphasized the enduring role of university and…
Read moreEverything you need to know in the scholarly publishing space, all in one place. Browse our collection of resources featuring articles, whitepapers and presentations relevant to the publishing industry, particularly STM publishing. Our collection of resources covers topics such as Open Access publishing, Research Publishing, peer review and author support for Scholarly communication, and AI-ML/NLP in Scholarly communication.
Diamond Open Access: Global Paradigm Shift in Scholarly Publishing
Diamond Open Access is an innovative model that ensures research outputs are freely accessible without imposing financial burdens on authors and readers. UNESCO assists Member States in formulating Open Access policies, and the Global Summit on Diamond Open Access held in Toluca, Mexico in October 2023 provided a global platform…
Generative AI in Scholarly Publishing – Exploring Opportunities & Addressing Threats
Generative AI is rapidly advancing with models like ChatGPT, LLaMA, and BERT, driven by progress in deep learning, computing power, and extensive datasets. These advancements enable AI to generate increasingly sophisticated and human-like outputs, impacting industries from virtual assistants to autonomous vehicles and smart homes. Beyond individual applications, AI is…
Browse our events calendar to plan your attendance at the most relevant events in the scholarly publishing industry. This section contains a collection of seminars, conferences, discussions, webinars, and annual meetings to enable you to be seen at the most relevant events.
The 2026 Frankfurt Book Fair will take place from October 7–11, 2026, in Frankfurt, Germany, serving as the world's leading international marketplace for content, publishing, and media. Bringing together publishers, authors, literary agents, technology providers, rights professionals, and content innovators from around the globe, the event provides a premier platform…
Read MoreThe STM Dinner & Conference 2026 will take place in Frankfurt, Germany, on October 5–6, 2026, immediately preceding the Frankfurt Book Fair. This year’s theme, Operationalising Trust, will explore how trust in research can be designed, governed, and demonstrated across borders, technologies, and institutions. Discussions will address policy alignment, responsible…
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