Introduction The write-up discusses Semantic AI in academia. Semantic AI is an emerging field of artificial intelligence focused on understanding the meaning of language. Unlike traditional AI approaches that analyze statistical patterns in data, semantic AI aims to comprehend the more profound significance behind words and how concepts relate. Semantic AI involves creating mathematical representations … Read more
Introduction The write-up discusses the open access revolution in academic publishing. In the 1980s, before the internet became widely used, academics relied on primitive tools like email and Usenet newsgroups to share ideas and files. These early networks allowed researchers to exchange draft papers and data sets faster than postal mail. However, these systems were … Read more
Introduction The write-up discusses best practices in peer review. Peer review is critical in upholding the quality and integrity of academic research and professional work. By subjecting studies, articles, and other scholarly outputs to the scrutiny of experts in the field, the peer review process aims to ensure that publications and projects meet high methodological, … Read more
Introduction Artificial intelligence (AI) has become ubiquitous in various fields. The article explores AI in peer review, covering its potential use and benefits. Peer review has played a pivotal role in upholding the integrity and quality of academic research for decades. Before research is published, it undergoes rigorous evaluation by experts in the field, who … Read more
Introduction Understanding the economics of academic publishing is critical for scholars across disciplines. How research gets disseminated and recognized impacts not just individual scholars but the progress of their fields. Academic publishing plays a key gatekeeping role in these areas, so unpacking its economic models is essential. Academic publishers facilitate the distribution of scholarly work … Read more