2023

The global proliferation of open-access (OA) publishing stands as a pivotal focus for researchers, institutions, and funders alike. Through our 5th global Research Risk Assessment survey, we aimed to unveil nuanced observations and insights…

As we bid adieu to 2023, an eventful year filled with monumental shifts in the world of scholarly publishing, we are thrilled to take you on the journey through the most notable events, milestones, and challenges faced by the scientific…

A lot has changed since we wrote our first post about academia embracing AI-assisted research and education, where we found ourselves nodding along to the thoughts of Avi Staiman and being inspired by the conversation of the leader of AI in…

A recent study focused on indexjacking, warns that Scopus, a widely used scientific paper database operated by Elsevier, contains 67 "hijacked" journals as of September 2023. The analysis identifies 33 journals indexing unauthorized…

Ethics refers to the principles, values, and moral guidelines that guide individual or group behavior to distinguish between right and wrong, and make decisions that align with moral standards. It often involves considerations of fairness,…

Embarking on your first academic conference experience? Fear not, we got you covered! Academic conferences stand as vibrant hubs for knowledge exchange where scholars, researchers, and academics converge to share their latest findings,…

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer confined to mere automation; it is now an active participant in the pursuit of knowledge and understanding. However, in the realm of scientific research, the integration of AI marks a significant…

Research recommendations play a crucial role in guiding scholars and researchers toward fruitful avenues of exploration. In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and an ever-expanding knowledge base, refining the process of…

Research grant allocation is a critical process that determines the distribution of funds to various projects and initiatives. However, it is not without its flaws. One major issue that plagues this system is bias, which often leads to a…

After five years of the initiation of Plan S, cOAlition S is out with a bolder and an even more ambitious proposal. It aims to revolutionize research publishing by advocating for all versions of an article, including associated peer-review…