Sage first to adopt Dimensions Author Check, a new research integrity tool from Digital Science
Monday 2 December 2024
Sage has taken a significant step in advancing research integrity by adopting Dimensions Author Check, an application from Digital Science that reviews researchers’ publication histories and networks to check for research integrity issues. This tool will help spot patterns in unethical scholarly behavior and is part of Sage’s ongoing effort to prevent low-quality research from being published and to preserve the integrity of the academic record.
Author Check works by using an extensive dataset to flag unusual activities that may require further investigation, such as indicators of paper mill involvement. It streamlines the historically labor-intensive and time-consuming author verification process, creating a more comprehensive view of an author’s research history.
“As an independent company, we have the freedom to think long-term and invest in meaningful solutions to address the pressing challenges in research integrity,” said Dr Adya Misra, Associate Director of Research Integrity at Sage. “With Author Check, we’ll be able to better channel our efforts alongside fair and rigorous investigation processes. I’m excited to use this tool and to be working with Digital Science to uphold trust in research.”
“Sage is harnessing cutting-edge technology developed by Digital Science, inspired by our innovative vision, to enhance the integrity of academic publishing by verifying authorship on research papers. This collaboration underscores our commitment to empowering publishers with tools that uphold trust and transparency in scholarly communication,” said Dr Leslie McIntosh, Vice President of Research Integrity at Digital Science. “Personally, seeing Dimensions Author Check evolve from an idea into a practical solution is thrilling. It’s incredibly rewarding to know that a respected company like Sage values the insight Author Check provides and will use it to strengthen trust in research.”
Sage is committed to publishing scholarship that is robust, accurate, and inclusive, reflecting the highest standards of research integrity. Read more about Sage’s efforts to support research integrity.
About Dimensions
Part of Digital Science, Dimensions hosts the largest collection of interconnected global research data, re-imagining research discovery with access to grants, publications, clinical trials, patents and policy documents all in one place. dimensions.ai. Follow @DSDimensions on X and LinkedIn.
About Digital Science
Digital Science is an AI-focused technology company providing innovative solutions to complex challenges faced by researchers, universities, funders, industry and publishers. We work in partnership to advance global research for the benefit of society. Through our brands – Altmetric, Dimensions, Figshare, IFI CLAIMS Patent Services, metaphacts, OntoChem, Overleaf, ReadCube, Scismic, Symplectic, and Writefull – we believe when we solve problems together, we drive progress for all. Visit digital-science.com and follow Digital Science on Bluesky, on X or on LinkedIn.
About Sage
Sage is a global academic publisher of books, journals, and library resources with a growing range of technologies to enable discovery, access, and engagement. Believing that research and education are critical in shaping society, 24-year-old Sara Miller McCune founded Sage in 1965. Today, we are controlled by a group of trustees charged with maintaining our independence and mission indefinitely.
Our guaranteed independence means we’re free to:
- Do more – supporting an equitable academic future, furthering disciplines that drive social change, and helping social and behavioral science make an impact
- Work together – building lasting relationships, championing diverse perspectives, and co-creating resources to transform teaching and learning
- Think long-term – experimenting, taking risks, and investing in new ideas
This press release was originally published at the Sage website here.
