JOINResearch integrity
We see research integrity as the foundational pillar of scholarly communications — and strive to ensure the credibility and trustworthiness of academic findings through policies, practices and stakeholder collaboration.
Social responsibility
STM’s Social Responsibility work drives collective actions across academic and scholarly publishing that will positively contribute to a more equitable, inclusive and sustainable world for both people and planet.
Open research
STM stands for advancing open and trusted research, where researchers and the rest of society can rely on information that is credible, accessible, linked and searchable in perpetuity.
Standards & technology
Our work here convenes STM members of all shapes and sizes to pool ideas, resources, experience and innovations to advance open, trusted research — together.
IP & copyright
STM’s General Counsel and Policy & Advocacy team monitor intellectual property laws, offering members guidance to advocate on copyright and intellectual property issues.
Policy & advocacy
STM advocates for policies that advance trusted research. Through representation, policy analysis, lobbying and engagement, we promote openness, innovation and sustainability for our members.
Strategic communications
STM helps shape the narrative for our industry, informing and supporting our members, and fostering engagement with key stakeholders across the greater academic research community.
Events & training
STM’s events promote collaboration and innovation in the research ecosystem, providing virtual and in-person opportunities for knowledge sharing, networking and professional development.
STM Solutions
STM Solutions creates collaborative infrastructure and services for STM members and the broader community. It addresses industry challenges, accelerating innovation through shared solutions, prototyping and support.
Early career community
This focuses on outreach and engagement for both new and experienced publishers in STM member companies. The Early Career Publishers Committee offers career development, mentoring and support for professional growth in the publishing industry.
The Latest from STM
Equity in open research: new microsite establishes principles and best practices for collective action
A new microsite from STM’s Equity in Open Research Task & Finish Group sets out voluntary best practice guidelines, case studies, and emerging data to advance equity across the open research lifecycle – through transparency, accessibility, collaboration, and accountability. STM’s Equity Statement and OA Equity Statement set out publishers’ commitment to inclusive, accessible research –…
CDC blocks publication of vaccine study
After the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) pulled a report supporting the COVID-19 vaccine from its flagship Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), questions are being raised about whether the publication will continue. The Washington Post reported (9 April) that NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya, who is also acting Director of the CDC, had delayed publication of a…
ADA Title II Compliance Deadline Extended by a Year
The US Department of Justice issued an interim final rule on April 20 extending the compliance dates for web content and mobile app accessibility as required by the updated Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title II regulations. The compliance date for state and local government entities with a total population of 50,000 or more is extended from…
Entire National Science Board Fired
On Friday, April 25, the President reportedly fired the entire National Science Board (NSB). The NSB plays a major role in overseeing the National Science Foundation (NSF) and advising Congress and the President, and its 24 members generally serve 6-year terms. The Board’s last scheduled meeting, on April 16, was canceled and never rescheduled. NSF is also…