April 2026

The Link

AI is rapidly expanding what’s possible in research, publishing, and library services, offering new ways to support discovery and strengthen institutional strategy. In this AI special edition of The Link, we share practical insights from global experts and library leaders to help you make the most of AI and guide your community with confidence.

AI in research and publishing

What institutions need to know from KRAF 2025

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AI is rapidly reshaping the research landscape, and institutions are feeling the push to keep pace without compromising integrity. This blog offers a sneak peek into the smartest insights from the Korea Research Advisory Forum (KRAF) 2025, showing how clear guidance, thoughtful oversight, and a forward‑looking mindset can help you harness AI’s potential while building the kind of trust and confidence your researchers truly need.

See what KRAF experts recommend

Insights & Trends

Research Management

Exploring AI with research librarians at Charleston

At the Charleston Conference, library leaders shared practical, real‑world insights on how AI is reshaping research support and the responsibilities of modern libraries.

Explore librarians’ AI insights further →

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AI’s mainstream breakthrough reshapes workflows

When ChatGPT arrived in 2022, it instantly changed how millions of people interacted with AI, bringing advanced language technology into everyday life. Its rapid rise sparked widespread excitement as well as urgent conversations about ethics, education, and the trustworthiness of AI‑generated content. This milestone moment continues to shape how researchers, educators and institutions prepare for the future of artificial intelligence.

Trace AI’s leap into everyday life →

Open Science

Research integrity in the age of open access and AI

As open access grows and AI accelerates new challenges, a French roundtable highlights why shared policies and collaboration are crucial to protecting research integrity today.

Discover how France is safeguarding research integrity →

Researcher Support

AI in libraries reshaping research support

In this CINCEL webinar, librarians explore how AI is reshaping research support, from practical use cases to the opportunities and risks shaping today’s library services.

Find out how libraries are adapting to AI →

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