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The Governance Turn: How AI Disclosure Is Redefining Editorial Risk

AI disclosure in scholarly publishing is still evolving, yet its next phase is already coming into view. Beyond transparency and emerging classification frameworks, structured disclosure is likely to function increasingly as a practical risk signal within publishing operations. Different types of AI use carry different implications for editorial scrutiny, peer review, and production validation. When captured in structured formats and embedded in workflows, disclosure data can enable proportional oversight, informed routing decisions, and stronger governance. It also positions publishers to respond to rising expectations from funders, institutions, and regulators around responsible AI use. Framed as a horizon scan, this discussion explores how AI disclosure may transition from policy statement to operational control, strengthening audit readiness, consistency, and long-term resilience in an AI-enabled research ecosystem.

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Latest News

Frontiers and Sikt renew national open access agreement for 2026

Frontiers and the Norwegian Agency for Shared Services in Education and Research (Sikt) have announced the renewal of their national open access agreement for 2026. First established in 2020, the agreement has been renewed to allow 38 Norwegian institutions and research centers to continue…

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Sage and Ashoka University partner to advance Doctoral Research in Social Sciences

Sage has partnered with Ashoka University to support emerging scholars in the social sciences, reinforcing a shared commitment to inclusive, accessible, and interdisciplinary research. The initiative is intended to enable advanced interdisciplinary work while reducing structural and financial barriers that can limit access to…

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WIPO launches Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Interchange (AIII)

IPA EC member Dante Cid of Brazil participated in a final webinar ahead of the launch of the Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Interchange (AIII), which is designed to facilitate global dialogue on the technical and operational aspects of the intellectual property system in the context…

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Four Ohio University Press titles join first 100 open access books in JSTOR’s Path to Open program

Four Ohio University Press scholarly monographs are among the first 100 books to become openly available through JSTOR’s Path to Open program, an initiative designed to transform access to high-quality academic work. The titles include Apartheid’s Leviathan: Electricity and the Power of Technological Ambivalence;…

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AGU and global partners launch Solar Geoengineering Research Governance Platform

A group of international scientific, policy, and civil society organizations have announced the Solar Geoengineering Research Governance (SGRG) Platform, a new initiative intended to bring clarity, consistency, and public accountability to the governance of solar geoengineering research. The platform will provide shared, voluntary tools to help research…

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RESOURCES

Everything 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.

Articles

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…

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White Papers

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…

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EVENTS

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.

12th ACSE Annual Conference - 15 Aug 2026

The 12th ACSE Annual Conference convenes editors, publishers, policymakers, technologists, librarians, and institutional leaders to address the pressing theme of 'Rebuilding Trust in Scholarly Publishing'. As confidence in editorial systems, peer review, publishing practices, and research evaluation faces increasing challenges, the conference provides a collaborative forum to explore responsible practices,…

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KMWorld Europe 2026 - 14 Apr 2026

KMWorld Europe 2026 marks the UK debut of the premier global event for knowledge and information management. Over two days in London, leading experts, practitioners, and innovators will explore how organizations are harnessing knowledge sharing to drive efficiency, innovation, and success. The programme features world-class speakers, practical workshops, interactive panels,…

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