UKSG
@uksg.bsky.social
UKSG members include scholarly and academic publishers and libraries, along with companies and people who supply them with technology and services. We bring these different organisations together to share experiences and work together on shared challenges.
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🧠 Question for the hive mind: now that bot and crawler activity has rendered views and downloads mostly meaningless, is anyone thinking about how best to track and measure actual impact? For data especially, but resources and outputs more broadly. For our own repositories, we've contacted... 1/3
February 19, 2026 at 11:44 AM
🧠 Question for the hive mind: now that bot and crawler activity has rendered views and downloads mostly meaningless, is anyone thinking about how best to track and measure actual impact? For data especially, but resources and outputs more broadly. For our own repositories, we've contacted... 1/3
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Our new report **Openness in the arts, humanities and social sciences: Documenting open research practices beyond STEM** has already had over 550 downloads!
If you haven't seen it yet but are interested in taking a look, you can find it here: doi.org/10.17613/jn1...
#morphss #OpenResearch #AHSS
If you haven't seen it yet but are interested in taking a look, you can find it here: doi.org/10.17613/jn1...
#morphss #OpenResearch #AHSS
February 18, 2026 at 8:13 AM
Our new report **Openness in the arts, humanities and social sciences: Documenting open research practices beyond STEM** has already had over 550 downloads!
If you haven't seen it yet but are interested in taking a look, you can find it here: doi.org/10.17613/jn1...
#morphss #OpenResearch #AHSS
If you haven't seen it yet but are interested in taking a look, you can find it here: doi.org/10.17613/jn1...
#morphss #OpenResearch #AHSS
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Who or what is to blame for the waves of redundancies at UK universities? Whether you are academic or professional staff, still employed or unemployed, we are anxious to hear your perspectives in our UK Redundancy Survey
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February 18, 2026 at 10:06 AM
Who or what is to blame for the waves of redundancies at UK universities? Whether you are academic or professional staff, still employed or unemployed, we are anxious to hear your perspectives in our UK Redundancy Survey
timeshighered.survey.fm/uk-redundanc...
timeshighered.survey.fm/uk-redundanc...
Is London ready for you both?!
February 17, 2026 at 1:43 PM
Is London ready for you both?!
Hoping we get that feeling at some point today!
February 17, 2026 at 11:43 AM
Hoping we get that feeling at some point today!
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'I acknowledge that there is anxiety in the research and innovation community around the changes we are enacting at UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and I am very sorry for that. I am writing to you now in the hope of providing more reassurance.'
UKRI CEO updates the research community on areas of uncertainty
Following an open letter of 1 February, Sir Ian Chapman responds to feedback and provides an update.
www.ukri.org
February 17, 2026 at 10:35 AM
'I acknowledge that there is anxiety in the research and innovation community around the changes we are enacting at UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and I am very sorry for that. I am writing to you now in the hope of providing more reassurance.'
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Last 2 days to get your application in for a free place (incl travel & accommodation) at this year's UKSG. The programme is amazing - so much learning packed into a tight schedule, and a great opportunity to get to know others tackling the same challenges. Apply by Sunday! Hope to see you there! 👇
Did you know you can apply for an expenses paid trip to #UKSG2026? UKSG is sponsoring a number of places, and Jove is sponsoring an additional place for an early career library professional. Check it out here: dub.sh/zXgew9r and please share far and wide!
Sponsored Places for UKSG Annual Conference - UKSG
Sponsored Places for UKSG Annual Conference Your opportunity to win a free place at the UKSG 2026 Annual Conference and Exhibition! UKSG is offering ten free places to attend the UKSG Annual […]
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February 13, 2026 at 10:26 AM
Last 2 days to get your application in for a free place (incl travel & accommodation) at this year's UKSG. The programme is amazing - so much learning packed into a tight schedule, and a great opportunity to get to know others tackling the same challenges. Apply by Sunday! Hope to see you there! 👇
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There's still time to get your application in ✍️
Deadline is Sunday 15 February 🚨
And if you're still undecided, last year's bursary winners share their experiences (and top tips!) via the @uksg.bsky.social podcast
Listen now 🎧 soundcloud.com/uksg-podcast
Deadline is Sunday 15 February 🚨
And if you're still undecided, last year's bursary winners share their experiences (and top tips!) via the @uksg.bsky.social podcast
Listen now 🎧 soundcloud.com/uksg-podcast
February 13, 2026 at 8:37 AM
There's still time to get your application in ✍️
Deadline is Sunday 15 February 🚨
And if you're still undecided, last year's bursary winners share their experiences (and top tips!) via the @uksg.bsky.social podcast
Listen now 🎧 soundcloud.com/uksg-podcast
Deadline is Sunday 15 February 🚨
And if you're still undecided, last year's bursary winners share their experiences (and top tips!) via the @uksg.bsky.social podcast
Listen now 🎧 soundcloud.com/uksg-podcast
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Super short deadline but ace opportunity here!
The UKSG Merriman Award offers a library /information professional the chance to attend both the NASIG Conference (Madison, WI) and the UKSG Conference (Glasgow).
Applications close 15 Feb 2026
Find out more and apply: www.uksg.org/merriman/
Applications close 15 Feb 2026
Find out more and apply: www.uksg.org/merriman/
John Merriman Award - How to Apply - UKSG
Merriman Award: Opportunity to win a fully funded trip to the UKSG Annual Conference, the NASIG Annual Conference and free access to any UKSG 2026 event! Applications are invited for […]
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February 12, 2026 at 9:39 AM
Super short deadline but ace opportunity here!
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Continuing my tour through the conference themes at @uksg.bsky.social 2026, we have open educational resources and pedagogy. I'm particularly interested in the OER and open books session!
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February 12, 2026 at 9:07 AM
Continuing my tour through the conference themes at @uksg.bsky.social 2026, we have open educational resources and pedagogy. I'm particularly interested in the OER and open books session!
www.uksg.org/events/confe...
www.uksg.org/events/confe...
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Being on the OIPA committee is some of the most rewarding work I've done, and I'm pleased to share the editorial we wrote for @uksg.bsky.social e-News to celebrate 2025 & look forward to 2026!
(If you ever wanted to see what books I have on my bookcase behind my looming face, now's your chance 😂).
(If you ever wanted to see what books I have on my bookcase behind my looming face, now's your chance 😂).
Exciting times for the Open Institutional Publishing Association!
We wrote about our activities in 2025 and plans for the future – including our symposiums, new committee members and Advisory Board, and member milestones – for UKSG eNews.
Give it a read and share!
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We wrote about our activities in 2025 and plans for the future – including our symposiums, new committee members and Advisory Board, and member milestones – for UKSG eNews.
Give it a read and share!
www.uksg.org/newsletter/u...
Exciting times for the Open Institutional Publishing Association (OIPA) - UKSG
With the coming of digital publishing and new technologies, increasing awareness of the benefits of open access publishing and growing criticism of the practices and profits of commercial publishers, ...
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February 12, 2026 at 9:20 AM
Being on the OIPA committee is some of the most rewarding work I've done, and I'm pleased to share the editorial we wrote for @uksg.bsky.social e-News to celebrate 2025 & look forward to 2026!
(If you ever wanted to see what books I have on my bookcase behind my looming face, now's your chance 😂).
(If you ever wanted to see what books I have on my bookcase behind my looming face, now's your chance 😂).
The chat function appears for everyone on screen?
February 11, 2026 at 1:30 PM
The chat function appears for everyone on screen?
We send all speakers copies of the questions and comments post-event and then send all attendees the responses. So, quite open?
February 11, 2026 at 10:47 AM
We send all speakers copies of the questions and comments post-event and then send all attendees the responses. So, quite open?
It's because it is so distracting for the speakers with hundreds of attendees, and everyone can post comments and questions in the question box which can be asked/read out during the Q&A, so this seems rather unfair. 1/2
February 11, 2026 at 10:47 AM
It's because it is so distracting for the speakers with hundreds of attendees, and everyone can post comments and questions in the question box which can be asked/read out during the Q&A, so this seems rather unfair. 1/2
We have dates for our conference for the next several years - would it help to know them?
February 11, 2026 at 10:25 AM
We have dates for our conference for the next several years - would it help to know them?
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🔍 Trust but Verify: Preventing Fakesters in the Research Ecosystem
Run by IOPP’s Lauren Flintoft and Armin Glatzmeier Free University of Berlin, this session will explore topics of identity verification in scholarly publishing.
UKSG Annual Conference 30 Mar – 1 Apr, Scottish Event Campus, Glasgow.
Run by IOPP’s Lauren Flintoft and Armin Glatzmeier Free University of Berlin, this session will explore topics of identity verification in scholarly publishing.
UKSG Annual Conference 30 Mar – 1 Apr, Scottish Event Campus, Glasgow.
The UKSG 49th Annual Conference and Exhibition: Glasgow - Breakout sessions - UKSG
The UKSG Annual Conference is a major event in the scholarly communications calendar which attracts delegates each year from around the world – librarians, publishers, content providers, consultants and intermediaries. The conference combines high-quality plenary presentations, lightning talks, workshops, posters and breakout sessions with entertaining social events and trade exhibition.
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February 3, 2026 at 10:30 AM
🔍 Trust but Verify: Preventing Fakesters in the Research Ecosystem
Run by IOPP’s Lauren Flintoft and Armin Glatzmeier Free University of Berlin, this session will explore topics of identity verification in scholarly publishing.
UKSG Annual Conference 30 Mar – 1 Apr, Scottish Event Campus, Glasgow.
Run by IOPP’s Lauren Flintoft and Armin Glatzmeier Free University of Berlin, this session will explore topics of identity verification in scholarly publishing.
UKSG Annual Conference 30 Mar – 1 Apr, Scottish Event Campus, Glasgow.
The deadline is approaching!
The UKSG Merriman Award offers a library /information professional the chance to attend both the NASIG Conference (Madison, WI) and the UKSG Conference (Glasgow).
Applications close 15 Feb 2026
Find out more and apply: www.uksg.org/merriman/
Applications close 15 Feb 2026
Find out more and apply: www.uksg.org/merriman/
John Merriman Award - How to Apply - UKSG
Merriman Award: Opportunity to win a fully funded trip to the UKSG Annual Conference, the NASIG Annual Conference and free access to any UKSG 2026 event! Applications are invited for […]
www.uksg.org
February 11, 2026 at 10:21 AM
The deadline is approaching!
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Are AI summaries eating up all trustworthy information, as well as the business models & incentives for humans to keep creating it (including but far beyond scholarly publishers)? Charlie Rapple of Kudos & UKSG #AI #EthicalAI scholarlykitchen.sspnet.org/2026/02/04/r...
Responding to the Threat of Zero-Click Search and AI Summaries: How Do We Tame The Crocodile? - The Scholarly Kitchen
AI-driven zero-click search is widening the gap between visibility and usage, threatening publisher revenue, research integrity, and trust. How should we respond?
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February 7, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Are AI summaries eating up all trustworthy information, as well as the business models & incentives for humans to keep creating it (including but far beyond scholarly publishers)? Charlie Rapple of Kudos & UKSG #AI #EthicalAI scholarlykitchen.sspnet.org/2026/02/04/r...
The latest from #UKSGInsights - Malik Sallam, University of Jordan "Back to the roots: reimagining scientific evaluation of research without peer review" dub.sh/JMTfBvm
February 10, 2026 at 3:40 PM
The latest from #UKSGInsights - Malik Sallam, University of Jordan "Back to the roots: reimagining scientific evaluation of research without peer review" dub.sh/JMTfBvm
"vendor fest" - come along Mark, you will be surprised!
February 10, 2026 at 9:54 AM
"vendor fest" - come along Mark, you will be surprised!
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Yesterday's @uksg.bsky.social Conference theme of the day was AI and misinformation, so today has to be research integrity and trust. I'm looking forward to the session about community building and trust with @orcid.org and @jisc.bsky.social!
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February 10, 2026 at 8:45 AM
Yesterday's @uksg.bsky.social Conference theme of the day was AI and misinformation, so today has to be research integrity and trust. I'm looking forward to the session about community building and trust with @orcid.org and @jisc.bsky.social!
www.uksg.org/events/confe...
www.uksg.org/events/confe...
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Have 5 minutes? That’s all it takes to complete SSP’s February Pulse Check poll on the economic outlook for scholarly communications—covering confidence levels, financial pressures, and strategic direction. www.surveymonkey.com/r/pulsecheck...
February 9, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Have 5 minutes? That’s all it takes to complete SSP’s February Pulse Check poll on the economic outlook for scholarly communications—covering confidence levels, financial pressures, and strategic direction. www.surveymonkey.com/r/pulsecheck...
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We’ve been made aware of individuals receiving emails claiming to be from the OBC, requesting fees from authors. To be clear: OBC does not charge individuals, book clubs, or authors for meetings/events. We're a collective funding model that channels library support to OA publishers & infrastructure.
February 9, 2026 at 11:23 AM
We’ve been made aware of individuals receiving emails claiming to be from the OBC, requesting fees from authors. To be clear: OBC does not charge individuals, book clubs, or authors for meetings/events. We're a collective funding model that channels library support to OA publishers & infrastructure.
No need to be nervous - everyone will be rooting for you! It's in our DNA :)
February 9, 2026 at 10:47 AM
No need to be nervous - everyone will be rooting for you! It's in our DNA :)
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I’m really looking forward to speaking at @uksg.bsky.social this year, sharing some of my initial results from my PhD research.
This is the first time I will be presenting at UKSG not as part of a panel so I’m a bit nervous already! I’m in Group A if you wanna come along and be a friendly face 😉
This is the first time I will be presenting at UKSG not as part of a panel so I’m a bit nervous already! I’m in Group A if you wanna come along and be a friendly face 😉
February 9, 2026 at 10:45 AM
I’m really looking forward to speaking at @uksg.bsky.social this year, sharing some of my initial results from my PhD research.
This is the first time I will be presenting at UKSG not as part of a panel so I’m a bit nervous already! I’m in Group A if you wanna come along and be a friendly face 😉
This is the first time I will be presenting at UKSG not as part of a panel so I’m a bit nervous already! I’m in Group A if you wanna come along and be a friendly face 😉