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Elsevier introduces Embase AI, a GenAI-powered version of Embase, the leading biomedical literature database. Embase AI transforms literature searches and other tasks carried out by multiple teams, including R&D, medical affairs, product managers, academic researchers, knowledge managers and educators.

OCLC's WorldShare Management Services (WMS)—the first cloud-based library services platform and the only platform built with WorldCat as its foundation—continues to expand its reach. Since July 2024, 53 new libraries have selected WMS to streamline operations, improve user experiences, increase the visibility of collections, and collaborate with leading institutions worldwide through OCLC's global network.

Frontiers and the University of Miami are pleased to announce a new flat fee open access publishing agreement. Through this partnership, affiliated researchers can publish in a selection of leading peer-reviewed journals without incurring article processing charges (APCs), which are fully covered by the University.

Elsevier introduces Embase AI, a GenAI-powered version of Embase, the leading biomedical literature database. Embase AI transforms literature searches and other tasks carried out by multiple teams, including R&D, medical affairs, product managers, academic researchers, knowledge managers and educators.

Silverchair and ASTM International announced the launch of the enhanced ASTM Digital Library on the Silverchair Platform. ASTM International is a globally recognized leader in engineering standards and technical publications. This strategic partnership provides users with advanced access to ASTM's comprehensive collection of more than 35,000 chapters and papers, including 17,000 journal articles spanning multiple engineering disciplines.

ResearchGate, the professional network for researchers, and World Scientific Publishing, a leading international independent publisher of books and journals, have announced an expansion of their Journal Home partnership to include 19 journals.

Frontiers has expanded its publishing partnership with ZBMed, the Germany-based life sciences centre, and signed an agreement to deposit article metadata in its new Open Life Science Publication Database (OLSPub), being the first publisher to agree to supply this information to the new database.

The DIAMAS final conference celebrated the 9 project outputs that have been integrated into the European Diamond Capacity Hub (EDCH) in Brussels on 3 June 2025. It shone a light on how DIAMAS outputs will support the community to implement and sustain the Diamond OA model in Europe and beyond.

Frontiers and the University of Miami are pleased to announce a new flat fee open access publishing agreement. Through this partnership, affiliated researchers can publish in a selection of leading peer-reviewed journals without incurring article processing charges (APCs), which are fully covered by the University.

Canadian Science Publishing (CSP), an independent not-for-profit publisher with a strong reputation for excellence in scientific journal publishing, has acquired Journal of Psychiatry and Neuroscience (JPN) from CMA Impact Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of the Canadian Medical Association, effective September 2, 2025. 

We're proud to announce that our portfolio now includes 21 journals with a Journal Impact Factor, a testament to the quality and influence of the research we publish. Several of our journals saw impressive year-over-year increases and received special distinctions, highlighting their growing prominence.

Wiley is excited to announce a new publishing partnership with the Royal Society Te Apārangi. This strategic alliance, beginning in 2026, represents a major step forward for the Society’s eight journals, and for Aotearoa New Zealand’s research community.

As Jisc’s two year licensing review and enhancement program nears completion, the organisation has confirmed that its licensing services delivered over £500 million in savings for UK education and research institutions in 2023/24. The savings were achieved through centrally negotiated agreements that reduce costs, streamline procurement, and support digital transformation across the sector. This milestone figure reflects Jisc’s commitment to securing cost-effective, high-impact solutions at a time when financial pressures across the sector remain acute. 

OCLC's WorldShare Management Services (WMS)—the first cloud-based library services platform and the only platform built with WorldCat as its foundation—continues to expand its reach. Since July 2024, 53 new libraries have selected WMS to streamline operations, improve user experiences, increase the visibility of collections, and collaborate with leading institutions worldwide through OCLC's global network.

U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in education rankings and consumer advice, today published the 2025-2026 Best Global Universities rankings, which evaluate more than 2,250 schools on academic research and reputation.