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Protecting Trust in Science
This collection explores challenges and strategies
Scientific trust is one of the most valuable assets in research—and one of the most vulnerable. As predatory journals, fraudulent conferences, paper mills, and AI-enabled misconduct grow more sophisticated, the scientific community faces mounting challenges to the integrity of the evidence base. At the same time, restoring public confidence requires more than detecting bad actors; it demands transparency, accountability, and a renewed commitment to ethical publishing practices. Explore insights, emerging threats, and practical solutions shaping the future of trustworthy science.
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Protecting trust in science requires vigilance across the entire research and publication ecosystem. This collection brings together thought leadership from two important ISMPP initiatives addressing the integrity of scholarly publishing and scientific communication.
The Dark Side of Publishing series was developed by the Predatory Publishing Workstream of the ISMPP Publication Ethics and Standards Committee. These articles examine the growing threats posed by predatory journals, fraudulent conferences, paper mills, publication fraud, and the misuse of emerging technologies, offering practical guidance for recognizing and avoiding unethical publishing practices.
Complementing this perspective, Restoring Trust in Science and the related webinar emerged from a collaboration between ISMPP and the Council of Science Editors (CSE) through the ISMPP Professional Collaborations Committee. Together, they explore the broader challenge of rebuilding confidence in science through transparency, accountability, effective communication, and meaningful engagement with the public. To provide historical context, the collection also includes foundational articles from the ISMPP archives that demonstrate how concerns about predatory publishing have evolved over the past decade.
The Dark Side of Publishing series from the ISMPP Publication Ethics & Standards Committee
Restoring Trust in Science article & webinar
From the ISMPP Insider Archives
ISMPP Leadership Update: A New Role Dedicated to our Members and ISMPP Staff Advancements
Dear Colleagues, As we round out the year and enjoy the holiday season, I am writing with some very exciting ISMPP news! Our professional society continues to grow and evolve in an effort to best serve the needs of our members. To reinforce ISMPP’s ongoing commitment...
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.
Make an Impact: The 2027 ISMPP Volunteer Drive Is Now Open
The 2027 ISMPP Volunteer Drive for Strategic Initiatives Committees is now open, offering members opportunities to share their expertise, collaborate with colleagues, and help shape ISMPP’s work in the year ahead. Explore where you can contribute, learn, and make an impact.
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.
Asia Pacific Meeting of ISMPP Explores Publication Equity Across the Region
Medical publication professionals gathered in Hong Kong on 17 September for the 2026 Asia Pacific Meeting of ISMPP, One Region, Many Voices: Publication Equity in APAC.
Make an Impact: The 2027 ISMPP Volunteer Drive Opens Next Week
The 2027 ISMPP Volunteer Drive for Strategic Initiatives Committees opens next week on October 14th, offering members new opportunities to share their expertise, collaborate with colleagues, and help shape ISMPP’s work in the year ahead. Explore where you can contribute, learn, and make an impact.