Introduction The world of scholarly publishing is brimming with buzzwords that often sound interchangeable. “Open access” and “open science” are two of the most prominent—and most misunderstood—terms in this lexicon. At first glance, they may seem to describe the same noble ideal: a more transparent, democratic system for disseminating research. But scratch the surface, and … Read more
Introduction Open access (OA) was once the rebellious outsider of academic publishing—the scrappy alternative to expensive journal subscriptions that locked publicly funded research behind paywalls. Fast forward to 2025, and OA is no longer a fringe movement. It’s the new standard—but not without growing pains, contradictions, and a fair share of chaos. From policy frameworks … Read more
Introduction The creative landscape isn’t just changing—it’s morphing into something altogether new. Authors, once solitary warriors of the written word, now find themselves navigating a world where artificial intelligence isn’t just a tool, but an active collaborator. Some welcome this evolution with open arms, using AI to ideate, draft, revise, and market with unprecedented efficiency. … Read more
Introduction Scientific writing is one of the most disciplined and demanding forms of human expression. It involves data analysis, critical reasoning, methodical structuring, and precise language. So, the very question “Can AI write scientific papers?” is both provocative and timely. As artificial intelligence grows more capable, the boundaries between human authorship and machine assistance continue … Read more
Introduction Academic publishing is an industry built on paradoxes. At its heart lies a curious contradiction: the world’s smartest people, backed by billions in public research funding, give away their work for free to publishers who then charge exorbitantly to access it. Meanwhile, those same researchers review each other’s work, edit journals, and scramble for … Read more