AI as Reader, Author, and Reviewer: Risks, Rewards, and Real-World Use

Thirty years ago, Charlie Munger delivered his now-famous “Psychology of Human Misjudgment” speech at Harvard, where he argued that the behaviors we observe—whether in individuals, organizations, or markets—are the natural result of underlying incentive structures. This theme will delve into how different stakeholders such as researchers, institutions, publishers, funders, and governments create and respond to incentives. From the evolution of open access models to the business strategies behind publishing workflows, we will examine the systemic forces steering the future of scholarly publishing and ask how these incentives align with our values and what we can do to impact the forces that shape the knowledge ecosystem.

Jay is a sales professional with a passion for leveraging AI technology to solve key business challenges in publishing, academia, and life sciences. With a strong commitment to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal of Quality Education, Jay is dedicated to expanding the reach of science and research, making it more engaging and accessible, particularly in the Global South. As the Head of Sales (Americas) at Cactus Global, Jay plays a vital role in making CACTUS's technology solutions accessible to publishers, societies, and research institutes in the region. He aims to drive impact, attract new clients, and ultimately contribute to the achievement of SDG 4 by ensuring quality education is accessible to all.

Josh Dahl leads product strategy at Clarivate with a focus on scholarly publishing and conference-related solutions. Josh works closely with publishers, societies, and the broader research community to improve how research is submitted, reviewed, and disseminated.