Editorial
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How is AI used in peer review? Insights from the global reviewer community
A third of researchers now openly acknowledge using AI tools to support the peer review process. Yet, when those same researchers take on the role of authors, most say they’d feel uncomfortable if AI were used to assess their own work. That’s one of the key findings from our latest survey on peer review in…
UKSG news
Forthcoming Events
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Sponsorship opportunities for Glasgow 2026 annual conference
We are anticipating a lively conference packed full of engaging, thought provoking and interesting sessions – the programme will be posted shortly and we will let you know when it is ready. Glasgow is popular venue with delegates, and there are plenty of opportunities for you to support the conference and get your company name…
Industry news
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Jisc and UUK call for reform of shared services in higher education
The Universities UK (UUK) commissioned report led by Jisc has outlined recommendations to improve the use of shared services across UK higher education. While long-standing examples such as UCAS and Jisc’s Janet Network are widely adopted, many others remain underused because of limited awareness, funding constraints, and restrictive VAT policies.
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STM submission to NIH RFI Allowable Publishing Costs Sept 2025
Along with others in the research community, STM has responded to NIH’s request for information on limiting publishing costs.
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Springer Nature establishes India Research Advisory Council
Springer Nature has launched the India Research Advisory Council (IRAC) to strengthen engagement with India’s knowledge economy and align with national research priorities. The initiative extends the publisher’s global advisory network.
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Reviewers increasingly divided on the use of generative AI in peer review
A new global reviewer survey from IOP Publishing (IOPP) reveals a growing divide in attitudes among reviewers in the physical sciences regarding the use of generative AI in peer review. The study follows a similar survey conducted last year showing that while some researchers are beginning to embrace AI tools, others remain concerned about the…
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Paperpal unveils end-to-end AI-powered research and writing solutions
The decision to evolve was reinforced by the results of a recent Paperpal survey of 1,440 academics, which revealed that over 50% of the respondents were worried that AI tools might compromise authenticity or alter their unique perspectives.
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NISO’s draft recommended practice for OA business processes open for public comment
The draft introduces a shared glossary to eliminate confusion over terminology, clear metadata specifications to ensure information flows smoothly between systems, and guidance on reporting, financial tracking, and agreement management. Together, these elements will help stakeholders across the publishing ecosystem work together more effectively.
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New CLOCKSS Pilot: Diamond Open Access
CLOCKSS has launched a pilot program to preserve Diamond Open Access publications – at no cost to participating libraries, whether current supporters or new to our community.
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Digital Science investigation shows millions of taxpayers’ money has been awarded to researchers associated with fictitious network
Researchers associated with a fictitious research network and funding source have collectively netted millions of dollars of taxpayers’ money for current studies from the United States, Japan, Ireland, and other nations, according to investigations led by Digital Science’s VP of Research Integrity, Dr Leslie McIntosh.
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COUNTER Survey – share your thoughts!
An opportunity to feedback to COUNTER on Release 5.1 and what you would like to see in the future.
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Altmetric adds Sentiment Analysis to social media tracking
Digital Science has announced that Altmetric, which captures the online attention of research, has introduced a new AI-powered sentiment analysis feature, to provide research teams with deeper insights into the public response and impact of their work on selected social media platforms.
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STM Integrity Hub expands collaborative efforts
Launched in 2022, the STM Integrity Hub has grown into a collaborative platform that helps publishers safeguard the scholarly record. Today, more than 35 publishers are using the Hub to screen over 125,000 papers each month, intercepting around 1,000 suspected paper-mill submissions.
Resources
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National Theatre Collection 4 now live on Drama Online
Spanning 19th-century British classics and bold contemporary works from the U.S. and Wales, six must-have National Theatre performances have now launched exclusively on Drama Online from Bloomsbury. These productions will support study and research in theatre arts, exploring powerful themes such as politics, family, immigration, and identity. Watch plays featuring Sharon D. Clarke, Ncuti Gatwa,…
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Illustrated Rivals: Exact Editions provides new window into The Illustrated London News, The Illustrated War News, The Graphic & The Sphere
History scholars, students and enthusiasts alike can browse, search and read over 14,000 issues of four of Britain’s most influential illustrated newspapers, published between 1842 to 2003: The Illustrated London News (ILN), The Illustrated War News (IWN), The Graphic & The Sphere. Digital platform Exact Editions are offering IP-authenticated, multi-user subscriptions to these dynamic resources…
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Bloomsbury Video Library expands with Opera Rara and Wigmore Hall Collections
Bloomsbury Digital Resources has announced two new additions to its Bloomsbury Video Library platform: The Opera Rara collection and the Wigmore Hall Music Performance Collections. These exclusive resources bring rare operatic recordings and world-class music performances to students, researchers, and libraries across the globe.
People
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eNews 594 – People
19 September 2025 Peter Barr is joining the Library at Manchester Metropolitan University as Associate Director – Collections & Digital Strategy in November – 15 September 2025 The Association of […]
Awards
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Frontiers recognized at ALPSP Awards 2025
Frontiers for Young Minds (FYM), a non-profit science engagement journal from the Frontiers Research Foundation, was presented with the ALPSP Impact Award 2025 for its role in making science accessible to young readers. The journal enables children aged 8–15 to act as peer reviewers, supported by mentors, to ensure articles are engaging and understandable.