AI Safety Aspects That Universities, Publishers, and Journals Need to Understand

AI safety refers to the field of research and practices aimed at ensuring that artificial intelligence systems are developed and deployed in a manner that minimizes risks and maximizes beneficial outcomes for humanity. AI safety encompasses a wide range of concerns, including: Overall, the goal of AI safety is to ensure that AI technologies are […]
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A Step Towards Open Research Information: FAQs about the Barcelona Declaration

Research information—information about how research is conducted and communication (e.g., citation metrics)—is critical for tracking an individual’s or institution’s performance, developing policies around research and science, and ensuring equity in the scientific community. Currently, the most popular databases of such information (Web of Science, Scopus, etc.) are proprietary, and data can be accessed only after […]
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Reporting Guidelines Essential for Biomedical Journals Publishing AI-Related Research

In the rapidly evolving landscape of medical research, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force, revolutionizing the way diseases are diagnosed, treatments are administered, and patient outcomes are predicted. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into medical practices, it is imperative for medical journal editors to establish comprehensive guidelines to ensure the integrity, transparency, […]
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Why Research Societies Should Care About Internet Safety

In an era when digital collaboration and online resources are critical to the distribution and advancement of academic and scientific knowledge, the importance of internet safety in these fields has grown dramatically. The transition to online publishing, virtual conferences, and web-based collaboration has exposed the academic and scientific communities to a slew of cyber threats. […]
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Words Without Borders: Linguistic Diversity in Open Access Publishing

English is recognized as the most extensively spoken language globally (when including both native and non-native speakers). Sadly, more than 3,000 languages are considered “endangered” today—these are languages threatened by loss because a more prevalent language is being used by community members for instructing and conversing. The prevalent language or “lingua franca” in academia is […]
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Ink to Impact: Unveiling the Intersection of SDGs and Academic Publishing

Global alignment with transformative initiatives is pivotal in the ever-evolving landscape of academia. One such initiative that garnered international attention is the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Established in September 2015, this is a set of 17 SDGs as a part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. With specific goals set on curbing […]
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