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Hot Topics highlights timely issues and emerging discussions shaping the practice of medical publication and communication. As scientific, regulatory, and technological developments continue to evolve rapidly, this section focuses on topics gaining attention now and offers perspectives that help the ISMPP community stay informed, anticipate impact, and navigate change with confidence.

 

 

Explore previous Hot Topics from ISMPP Insider, each featuring curated content, perspectives, and resources on issues shaping medical publications and communications.

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Joining ISMPP offers numerous benefits for medical publications and communications professionals. Learn more.

This collection examines the threats confronting research integrity—and the actions publishers, researchers, and communications professionals can take to safeguard the credibility of science.

Collage of photos from ISMPP Annual Meeting, 2025
The Integrated Era: Purpose, Partnerships, Personalization

This year’s theme explores how integrating a shared purpose, meaningful partnerships, and effective personalization drive more impactful communication.

2026 ISMPP Academy Returns to Philadelphia

ISMPP Academy was a great success leaving attendees equipped with new knowledge, practical tools, and a strengthened network to propel their careers in medical communications and publications. We look forward to the continued growth and success of ISMPP Academy in the years to come. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this remarkable event!

When Drug Pricing Policy Meets Publication Strategy: What Would You Do?

You are the Medical Communications Lead at a pharmaceutical company preparing to launch a new treatment. As evolving U.S. Most Favored Nation (MFN) drug pricing policies raise questions about treatment value, Medical Affairs leadership is considering whether publication priorities should change. Your existing publication plan, part of a broader integrated evidence strategy, includes clinical trial results, real-world outcomes, and disease burden. With limited resources and competing timelines, you must decide which publication priority deserves the greatest attention while maintaining scientific independence and established publication standards.

Beyond the Publication List: Connecting Insights, Strategy, and Action

A publication plan is more than a list of manuscripts, congresses, and timelines. Drawing on insights from the 2026 ISMPP Academy, this article explores how publication teams can connect stakeholder needs, situational analysis, and clear objectives to build more strategic, adaptable plans. Discover how making these connections visible can help teams prioritize activities, demonstrate their purpose, and respond to evolving evidence and stakeholder needs.