This Chapter delves into the impact of generative AI on academic research and publishing, discussing various architectures such as Mixture of Experts (MoE), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Variational Autoencoders (VAEs), and Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT). The research explores the increase of AI-centered preprints, their effects on peer review, and the ethical considerations linked to them. The peer-review system's integrity is under examination, focusing on challenges related to AI, misuse, and redefining plagiarism. The chapter explores the potential of AI tools to improve peer review processes and stresses the importance of academic institutions creating ethical frameworks for AI utilization. The article concludes by evaluating the advantages and drawbacks of generative AI in research, with the goal of presenting a fair viewpoint on its revolutionary capabilities while upholding ethical principles.