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AI-powered platforms and search engines are synthesizing peer-reviewed medical literature into actionable insights for HCPs. What are the implications for traditional information channels? Read the results from our April WWYD poll.
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June’s Hot Topic, Protecting Trust in Science, explores the critical role of ethics, transparency, and integrity in medical publications and communications. Discover curated content addressing the opportunities and challenges of AI, predatory publishing, and maintaining trust in the scientific record.
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Rhetoric, Plain Language, and Effective Communication: An Insightful Dialogue
The session “For the Present Purpose: Using Medical Rhetoric to Enhance Scientific Communication in an Open World” at the 16th Annual Meeting of ISMPP, June 16-18, 2020, generated much interest from meeting attendees. Faculty member Lisa DeTora received various questions from attendees that are broadly applicable across the ISMPP membership…
Look No Further for Practical Tips to Engage Authors
How many hours of your working week are spent sending reminders to authors for their review or approval of a publication? Do you struggle to gain detailed input from authors given their busy schedules? Many medical publication professionals will be familiar with the challenges posed with these questions. As medical publication professionals, a portion of our day-to-day job includes following up with authors…
A New Dawn in Medical Education: Applying Adult Learning Principles to Virtual Delivery
The COVID-19 pandemic radically changed the world of medical education as medical congresses were either canceled or switched to a virtual format. This change triggered the widespread adoption of virtually delivered medical education, such as e-learning modules, webinars, and virtual events, for the continued education of healthcare professionals worldwide…
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Building an ISMPP Educational Plan to Move Us All Forward
ISMPP consistently provides foundational educational resources for medical publication and communication professionals worldwide. To ensure alignment with the future educational needs of our members and to inform development of a longer-term, dynamic educational plan, the ISMPP Education Task Force launched a needs assessment survey in Q1 2021…
ISMPP-Sponsored Study on PLS Now Published in CMRO Presents Expert Perspectives
A new paper from the ISMPP PLS Perspectives Working Group has been published in Current Medical Research & Opinion. The paper presents findings from an ISMPP-sponsored, evidence-based study reporting on expert stakeholder perspectives to inform best practices for plain language summaries (PLS)…
ISMPP to be Featured in Advancements Television Series in 1Q 2022
ISMPP is honored to be featured in an upcoming episode of Advancements with Ted Danson, scheduled for broadcast in 1Q 2022. The Advancements television segment will present information about the medical publications profession and ISMPP’s role in establishing and maintaining standards for the profession…
What Would You Do?
To Use AI or To Not Use AI…for Manuscript Development?
You are a researcher working on a groundbreaking clinical study that could potentially lead to a significant advancement in the treatment of a complex disease. Some members of the research team want to use artificial intelligence (AI) to develop the first draft of the manuscript. Other team members are concerned about accuracy, interpretation, and potential bias in the content. What Would You Do?
POLL RESULTS: Proceed with Data & Author Changes to a 2-year-old Manuscript?
You are the medical writer on a real-world evidence (RWE) manuscript that was initiated 2 years ago. At first draft stage, the project was put on hold. The lead author would like to perform additional analyses and include one of their colleagues as an author. Meanwhile, the new project owner/client would like to finalize and submit the article as soon as possible. What would you do?
In our role as medical publication professionals, we may occasionally encounter situations in which it is not obvious how to ensure good publication practice. Have you ever wished you could consult the ISMPP membership for guidance when these situations arise? Here’s your opportunity!
What Would You Do? is a section of ISMPP Insider that presents case scenarios as an educational tool for medical publication professionals. The section provides a case scenario to ponder, and readers are invited to participate in a poll by selecting one of the listed solutions. Readers can also submit their thoughts on the scenario anonymously. The poll results, plus educational insights, are posted in a later issue for readers to digest.
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Content Lab is ISMPP Insider’s dedicated space for timely, relevant, and practical insights in medical communications. Content Lab features concise articles designed to inform, inspire, and spark conversation among our members.
Whether you’re looking for a quick tip or a deeper dive into the challenges and opportunities facing medical publication and communication professionals,Content Lab delivers informed perspectives, straight from ISMPP. Our goal: to beyour trusted voice for advancing best practices, integrity, and innovation in medical communications.
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Ethics, Integrity, & Transparency
Principles, values, and real-world considerations that guide ethical decision-making, transparency, and trust in medical publications and communications (the WHY)
Medical Writing & Communications
Practical perspectives on writing quality, collaboration, and the day-to-day practice and craft of medical communications
Standards, Guidelines, & Policies
Authoritative guidelines, policies, and evolving requirements that operationalize ethical and transparent practices and support consistent implementation (the HOW)
Innovation & Technology
Informed perspectives on emerging tools, technologies, and evolving practices shaping the future of medical communications
Publication Strategy & Planning
Strategic approaches to planning, aligning, and delivering evidence and publications across the research lifecycle
Professional Development & Community
Insights and experiences that support career growth, skills development, and engagement across the medical communications community