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At the UKSG Annual Conference and Exhibition, join Plenary 5: "What’s keeping librarians and CISOs up at night?" to discuss rising cyber threats in higher education, featuring the British Library's efforts in academic cybersecurity 👉 bit.ly/4bGDRly

Join us at the UKSG Annual Conference 2026 in Glasgow, exploring OA, publishing futures, and digital infrastructure. Don’t miss our poster session on gender gaps in peer review with insights from 215K submissions and 42K reviewer datasets 👉 bit.ly/4s0rCVP

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Materials science, AI, and engineering drive sensing innovation. Nature Sensors connects these elements, helping research teams and R&D leaders track developments and build cohesive strategies. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/47oXQmc

AI is transforming how researchers work rather than replacing them. KRAF 2025 outlines how institutions can enhance trust and research outcomes through clear policies, practical training, and responsible use. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/3PAUlTy

In 2025, more than 1.5 million papers received support from nearly 60 AI tools designed for screening, editorial assessment, retention, and research integrity — this figure is expected to rise by 25% in 2026. Read our press release to learn more 👉 bit.ly/4cYS91U

From AI-generated content to open peer review, research faces new integrity challenges. A recent discussion in France pointed to practical fixes better training, more transparency, and stronger coordination across publishers, institutions and libraries 👉 bit.ly/3NqKdw1

Migration research is evolving rapidly. The IMISCOE–Springer Nature partnership helps meet this pace with open access books, global perspectives and timely publishing. Discover how this collaboration drives timely, impactful scholarship 👉 bit.ly/47x7GTd

From organizing meet-and-greets at the press office to leading social media workshops, librarians empower researchers with the tools they need to boost their impact and reach broader audiences. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4bkwBvn

Librarians are transforming libraries into dynamic research hubs. From coding classes to literature searches, they offer vital support for scientists navigating information overload and ensuring data accessibility. Learn more 👉 go.nature.com/3P8fW5J

Libraries can showcase open access value through data dashboards, repository visibility, and consortium agreements. Here are four insights from librarians at the Charleston Conference on achieving measurable results in OA 👉 bit.ly/4sNXvBP

The move from shelves to screens didn’t happen overnight. Libraries built digital book collections step by step, improving access, metadata and usability along the way. Two decades later, eBooks support learning everywhere. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/47C7j9B

On International Open Data Day, the 2025 State of Open Data report reflects on a decade of change. Researchers support openness, but face challenges with time, recognition, and support. Could technology and improved infrastructure advance data sharing? 👉 bit.ly/4sB05L7

At the Futurescape Libraries AI Workshop, librarians explored real AI futures beyond headlines. Read our blog and learn how AI might reshape discovery, access and trust in scholarly information 👉 bit.ly/3NhFlcq

Preparing for IDCC26’s FAIR workshops? Check out 'The Future of FAIR Research Data: 4 Key Points for Librarians' for insights on evolving FAIR practices and how librarians can enhance data stewardship 👉 bit.ly/46FWL9a

Twenty years after the shelf went digital, what has changed for libraries? Harmen van Paradijs, looks back on twenty years of eBooks considering what has changed and, why it worked and how libraries themselves made it possible. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4aYBzMZ

Explore why conference proceedings are increasingly important in disciplines such as computer science, and how they continue to play a critical role in supporting researchers and advancing the field 👉bit.ly/4u4QSwm

Our March LinkNewsletter highlights how research systems are adapting to new pressures, from digital lab innovation and global trial developments to evolving open data behaviours. Explore insights helping organisations support research 👉 bit.ly/4l1muip

Librarians are transforming libraries into dynamic research hubs. From coding classes to literature searches, they offer vital support for scientists navigating information overload and ensuring data accessibility. Learn more 👉 go.nature.com/4aNCsYA