JOINResearch Integrity
Integrity is the cornerstone of trustworthy research. STM is dedicated to upholding high standards of ethics and integrity in research publishing. We work closely with our members to address issues related to research integrity and ethics, ensuring that the research communication process is transparent, accountable and credible. By advancing research integrity, we contribute to the reliability and trustworthiness of scholarly publications.
Social Responsibility
Research does not exist in a vacuum; it intersects with broader social values. STM recognises the importance of social responsibility in research communication. We focus on issues such as equality, diversity, inclusion, sustainability and alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By advancing social responsibility, we ensure that the research publishing industry and STM itself contribute positively to society and reflect the values of the communities we serve.
Open Research
STM is committed to fostering openness in research by supporting Open Access, Open Data and Open Infrastructure. We address the legal, policy, communications and technological aspects of open research, advocating for greater transparency and accessibility. By advancing open research, we help to break down barriers, enabling the free flow of knowledge and promoting innovation across the globe.
Standards and Technology
Innovation in technology and the development of shared standards are critical to the future of scholarly communication. STM is at the forefront of exploring how the industry can achieve its goals through collaborative efforts in standards development and the implementation of cutting-edge technology solutions. Our operational arm, STM Solutions, plays a key role in this area, driving the adoption of common standards and technological advancements that support openness, integrity and social responsibility.
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STM prepares comments for AI and copyright consultations in the Asia-Pacific region
Following other governments, the National Copyright Administration in China and the Intellectual Copyright Office in Malaysia have opened consultations on the topics of AI and copyright. China’s draft regulations avoid proposing any new exception, and STM’s response supports this choice. The Malaysian government is more open to the idea, although a concrete proposal hasn’t been…
EU Commission publishes feasibility study on TDM right reservation registry
The EU Commission has published a feasibility study looking into the possibility of setting up a registry for text and data mining (TDM). The proposed registry would facilitate the expression by rightsholders of right reservation on their content for TDM purposes (which preserves licensing routes) and, at the same time, make it easier for AI companies to…
India and EU start talks for association to Horizon Europe
Official negotiations have started for India to join the EU’s Horizon Europe research programme from 2027. They would follow a number of other non-neighbouring countries which have negotiated their association, including Canada, Japan, New Zealand and Australia, and the Republic of Korea.
Public Access, Copyright, and Publications Reporting Federally Funded Research
When the government funds research, it also has a fundamental interest in seeing it published; ensuring that research arising from federal funding is disseminated as widely as possible, with appropriate quality and integrity. It has long recognised this interest by encouraging researchers to publish in peer‑reviewed journals. At the same time, longstanding policy and legal…