Insights Xchange: Conversations Shaping Academic Research
Welcome to the Insights Xchange podcast, brought to you by Cactus Communications (CACTUS). Hosted by Nikesh Gosalia, this podcast is your guide to the world of research and academic publishing. Tune in to hear lively discussions with experts from the academic and publishing realms.
Earlier known as All Things SciComm, the new series covers a variety of topics, from the latest trends in academic publishing to critical issues faced by researchers in an increasingly AI-driven world. Join us for insightful conversations and expert perspectives that will help you navigate the exciting world of academia. Whether you're a researcher, publisher, or just curious about academic insights, this podcast hopes to be your go-to source for understanding the evolving landscape of academic publishing.
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Insights Xchange: Conversations Shaping Academic Research
Open Access: Myths, APCs, and Barriers to Adoption with Robyn Mugridge
For journals, the shift to open access can feel like venturing into the great unknown, but is there a way to make this process easier? In this episode, Nikesh Gosalia speaks with Robyn Mugridge about the adoption of open access practices. Robyn debunks some common myths surrounding open access, talks about how paywalls could hold back scientific progress, and suggests what commercial publishers can do if researchers can’t afford the APCs. Robyn also shares her predictions for the future of academic publishing, such as the increasing popularity of short-form content and possibly even a TikTok for science. She thinks that the publishing industry is going to change from the siloed industry it is currently into being more collaborative, encouraging fluid team effort. She acknowledges the role of AI in publishing and how AI can be used to boost publishing quality without replacing human decision-making.
Nikesh Gosalia
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikeshgosalia/
Robyn Mugridge
https://www.linkedin.com/in/robyn-mugridge-8a461b86/
https://mugspubs.com/
Show notes
Thank you for listening! Here are links to some of the things that Robyn Mugridge and Nikesh discussed in the podcast.
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NHS | https://www.nhs.uk/
NIHR Journals Library | https://www.journalslibrary.nihr.ac.uk/#/
Springer Nature | https://www.springernature.com/gp
Frontiers | https://www.frontiersin.org/
OSTP | https://www.whitehouse.gov/ostp/
Frontiers for young minds | https://kids.frontiersin.org/
Plan S | https://www.coalition-s.org/
ALPSP | https://www.alpsp.org/
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