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Research integrity, a cornerstone of scholarly publishing, faces challenges from the surge of ‘fake’ articles—fully or partially fabricated works that undermine genuine academic efforts. The emergence of paper mills has escalated this issue, introducing a level of scale and sophistication to academic misconduct that is both recent and concerning.

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STM statement on Meta’s proposed Commercial Terms and Self-Serve Ad Terms

STM is following developments around Meta’s proposed Commercial Terms and their potential implications for scholarly publishers and other organisations that use its platforms. We share the concerns shared by fellow publisher and news organisations about the breadth of the proposed permissions and the lack of meaningful choice for businesses that rely on Meta’s services. The…

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STM joins coalition calling on Congress to protect federal grantmaking

STM has joined nearly 120 organisations calling on Congress to address concerns that federal agencies are moving ahead with elements of the Office of Management and Budget’s proposed changes to federal grantmaking, despite Congress having temporarily blocked implementation of the proposed rule. The broad-based coalition brings together organisations spanning research, education, healthcare, housing, local government…

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Research4Life’s new report: strengthening research in low- and middle-income countries

Research4Life together with Elsevier have today published their final strategic report, combining two complementary Research4Life studies exploring the views of more than 1,200 researchers and institutional leaders in in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The report, New horizons in participation: Strengthening research in low- and middle-income countries, combines a researcher survey (designed by Research4Life’s Equity…

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STM joins publishers in OpenAI copyright amicus brief

STM has joined with the Association of American Publishers (AAP), the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA), and Copyright Clearance Center (CCC) in an amicus brief supporting the plaintiffs in In Re: OpenAI, Inc., Copyright Infringement Litigation before the US District Court for the Southern District of New York. The case brings together a number of copyright…

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STM Innovation & Integrity Days 2026

Join us in London for STM’s Innovation & Integrity Days, where we explore the breakthroughs transforming scholarly communication — and look closely at the latest trends, approaches, and innovations in research integrity. This two-day event runs on 8–9 December 2026 at BMA House, London, bringing together publishers, innovators, researchers, sleuths, funders, and allied organisations working...

STM 2-day US Annual Conference 2027

SAVE THE DATE! Connecting trusted knowledge in an AI-enabled future Want to stay in the loop with STM events and timely news updates? Sign up for our newsletter here Conference Program Committee: Michaela Barton, CEO, ReviewerOne Kivmars Bowling, Director of Publications, SIAM Chris Erdmann, Head of Open Science and External Affairs, Frontiers  Erin Foley, Director...

STM Dinner & Conference 2027 | Frankfurt

SAVE THE DATE! About this event Every year, the STM Community convenes in Frankfurt for STM’s Annual Conference — held conveniently right before the Frankfurt Book Fair. It brings together academic publishers, innovators, societies, funders, and universities with a common goal: advancing trusted research.  What to expect? First, a welcoming dinner on Monday, 4 October, gives...