August 13, 2026

Taylor & Francis introduced Plain Language Reviews, opening up medical research through visual, jargon-free summaries

PublishersAugust 13, 2026

(11 Aug 2026) Taylor & Francis has announced the introduction of Plain Language Reviews (PLRs): comprehensive research summaries designed to make technical information accessible to readers without a specialist background. The launch of PLRs builds on Taylor & Francis’ successful introduction of Plain Language Summaries of Publications (PLSPs) in 2023. Unlike PLSPs, which summarize a…

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IEEE releases Technology Megatrends 2030 Report

AI, TechnologyAugust 13, 2026

(29 Jul 2026) IEEE today released the Technology Megatrends 2030 Report. This global forecast synthesizes insights from 168 IEEE technical and scientific experts across 38 countries and six continents, mapping the most critical technological forces projected to reshape industries, labor markets, and daily life over the next decade. The Technology Megatrends 2030 Report evaluates 30…

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Princeton University Press partners with Cashmere to license academic content for AI platforms

PublishersAugust 13, 2026

(6 Aug 2026) Princeton University Press (PUP) has entered into a partnership with Cashmere, an independent AI content management platform, to license academic material for use in copyright‑compliant AI systems. The agreement enables PUP to use Cashmere’s infrastructure as a gateway to AI platforms, ensuring that copyright, citation, and author compensation are respected. The partnership is based…

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B!SON, a recommender for open access journals

ToolsAugust 13, 2026

(Aug 2026) B!SON is a tool that recommends open access journals based on a particular manuscript, while providing full transparency on what its recommendations are based on. By supporting and simplifying the journal selection process, B!SON supports authors in all career stages who are looking for the best-fitting open access journal. In addition, it can…

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OA week 2026 – The cost of knowledge

Open AccessAugust 13, 2026

(31 Jul 2026) We create and share knowledge in order to advance human understanding and the common good. We recognize that accessing and sharing knowledge is a human right. Yet, the costs to access and share knowledge continue to increase, often dramatically. Why? Who benefits? Increasing consolidation and commercial control over all aspects of knowledge…

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Flinders University is hiring Library Coordinator

JobsAugust 13, 2026

(13 Aug 2026) About the Role: The Library Coordinator (Information Management) provides strategic leadership for information governance, across records management, archives and research outputs across Flinders University. The role drives compliance, service innovation, reporting and the development of sustainable information management frameworks that support the University’s research, teaching and governance objectives. Key Responsibilities include:…

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