
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.
Stay ahead, stay informed, and let's explore the fascinating world of research and knowledge together!
Insights Xchange: Conversations Shaping Academic Research
Human-AI Collaboration in Editorial Workflows: A Framework for Responsible Innovation
AI is rapidly changing the landscape of scholarly publishing—from detecting image manipulation and plagiarism to assisting with reviewer matching and assessing statistical rigor. But as these tools become more embedded in editorial workflows, they also raise serious questions around bias, transparency, and ethical oversight.
In this episode, Dr. Chhavi Chauhan—a scientist, ethicist, and global voice in responsible AI—joins host Nikesh Gosalia to unpack the complex relationship between humans and algorithms in research publishing. They explore the benefits of AI-powered tools, the critical gaps they can’t yet fill, and what a truly responsible “human + AI” model could look like. The conversation also touches on inclusivity, evolving peer review practices, and how editorial teams can thoughtfully embrace innovation without compromising integrity.
Whether you’re an editor, researcher, or simply curious about the future of academic publishing, this episode offers practical insights and a much-needed ethical lens on AI’s role in science.
Social media links
Nikesh Gosalia:
www.linkedin.com/in/nikeshgosalia/
Dr. Chhavi Chauhan:
www.linkedin.com/in/chhavichauhan/
Thank you for listening! Here are links to some of the things that Dr. Chhavi Chauhan discussed with Nikesh in the podcast. We would love to hear from you, so feel free to drop a line at insightsxchange@cactusglobal.com
SSP (Society for Scholarly Publishing) | https://www.sspnet.org/
Peer Review Congress | https://peerreviewcongress.org/
Wikipedia | https://www.wikipedia.org/
Bias Codex | https://www.sog.unc.edu/sites/www.sog.unc.edu/files/course_materials/Cognitive%20Biases%20Codex.pdf
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