Library successfully hosted a Researcher Academy webinar on Wednesday, 30 October, titled "Publisher's Insights - Unveiling Wiley's AI Application in the Publishing Process." The event drew a varied crowd of faculty, researchers, and senior students, providing them with a deeper understanding of how AI is reshaping the publishing industry, with a particular focus on Wiley's cutting-edge strategies.

Dr. Hong Zhou, Director of AI Products, Wiley

Dr. Hong Zhou, Director of AI Products at Wiley and a renowned expert in AI strategy and service enhancement, presented an in-depth talk. His discussion covered Wiley's AI governance and policy, the Wiley publishing platform, and the multifaceted use of AI in the submission, screening, review, and publishing processes. Dr. Zhou's forward-looking perspective on the evolution of GenAI captivated the audience and stimulated a surge of interest and interaction.

Participants engaged actively in the webinar, seizing the opportunity during the Q&A session to interact with Dr. Zhou. The conversation was lively, with attendees showing a keen interest in the ethical implications of AI in publishing and its potential to transform the dissemination of research findings.

Applying AI Technologies in Wiley Publishing

The positive impact of the event was apparent in the subsequent feedback. Attendees praised the clarity and pertinence of Dr. Zhou's presentation, with many noting that his insights clarified how to effectively harness AI in their research endeavors. The Library's feedback collection revealed that attendees found it particularly enlightening to gain publisher insights into AI applications, as opposed to the more common researcher's perspective. There was also a notable interest in establishing further communication channels with Dr. Zhou and Wiley.

Due to the high demand, the Library received numerous requests for a recording of the webinar, especially from those who were unable to attend due to scheduling conflicts. Researcher Academy remains committed to being a vital resource for the XJTLU community, offering a range of seminars and webinars that support researchers in their academic pursuits and fostering connections between publisher experts, XJTLU's top researchers, and the broader research community at XJTLU.

For more information or to inquire about upcoming events, please contact the Library at libtraining@xjtlu.edu.cn.