AI drives development of next-generation products from scientific and technical publishers - February 29, 2024
The landscape of scientific and technical publishing is undergoing a transformative evolution as major players harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their products and services. With a focus on improving efficiency, accuracy, and innovation, publishers are integrating AI-driven features and capabilities into their offerings, setting the stage… Read More
MDPI addresses potential misconduct in peer review process: Interim report reveals findings - February 15, 2024
MDPI has launched an investigation into suspected misconduct in the peer review process across its journals, following the discovery of a 'reviewer mill' issue. The investigation, aimed at addressing concerns regarding the use of templated reports and unethical citation practices, underscores MDPI's commitment to upholding the highest… Read More
DIAMAS Project unveils insights from Institutional Publishing Landscape Survey - February 9, 2024
Date, Location – On January 31, 2024, the DIAMAS project unveiled the results of its Institutional Publishing Landscape Survey, providing a comprehensive overview of the European landscape of institutional publishing activities. This milestone publication offers valuable insights into the workings, scale, finances, open science… Read More
Realities of Academic Data Sharing initiative unveils findings on costs of making data publicly accessible - February 9, 2024
The Realities of Academic Data Sharing (RADS) Initiative, spearheaded by the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) in collaboration with the Data Curation Network (DCN), has released two comprehensive reports shedding light on the expenses associated with making research data publicly accessible. These reports provide… Read More
Research report by Ithaka S+R offers deep dive into shared scholarly infrastructure - February 1, 2024
A new report by Ithaka S+R, funded by STM Solutions and six other members, offers an overview of the essential standards and technology, including products and services, that comprise the underlying infrastructure supporting scholarly communications. Importantly, it also identifies gaps and areas where future… Read More
Clarivate, the Chinese Academy of Engineering and the Higher Education Press of China release annual report to reveal future innovation in engineering science and technology - December 21, 2023
Clarivate Plc, a global leader in connecting people and organizations to intelligence they can trust to transform their world, has released Engineering Fronts 2023, along with the Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE), and the Higher Education Press of… Read More
Data training identified as top unmet need for researchers in the UK and US - December 14, 2023
Data management training has emerged as the foremost unmet need for researchers in the United Kingdom and the United States, according to the latest national research integrity surveys conducted by Springer Nature. The surveys, part of an ongoing initiative launched last year, aim to provide region-specific insights… Read More
Americans embrace GenAI in healthcare but hold concerns over transparency, reveals Wolters Kluwer survey - December 13, 2023
In a recent survey conducted by Wolters Kluwer Health, a leading global provider of information and point-of-care solutions for the healthcare industry, it was found that a significant majority of Americans believe Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is poised to make an impact in healthcare. However, the study… Read More
New report unveils insights into the state of repositories in Europe - December 11, 2023
A collaborative effort by OpenAIRE, LIBER, SPARC Europe, and COAR has resulted in a comprehensive report shedding light on the state of repositories in Europe. Released in response to the paradigm shift brought about by Open Science, the… Read More
New Whitepaper explores the future of research publishing, addresses the challenges and opportunities in open-access publishing - December 4, 2023
The MIT Press has announced the release of a whitepaper titled "Access to Science and Scholarship: Key Questions about the Future of Research Publishing." The project, featuring contributions from notable figures including MIT Press’s Director and Publisher Amy Brand and Director of Journals and… Read More
