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The 2026 Annual Meeting of ISMPP takes place on April 19-22 in Washington, D.C. See you there!

Amplifying Science: A Guide to Developing Impactful Podcasts

In the ever-evolving landscape of medical communications, podcasts have emerged as a useful tool for disseminating medical information. These on-demand audio programs offer a unique blend of accessibility and conversational engagement, making them a beneficial medium for reaching health care professionals, researchers, and patients. This article provides some insights and tips on how to create engaging audio experiences that enhance scientific discourse and extend the reach of publications.

Unlocking Evidence Impact: Aligning IEGPs and Strategic Publications for Smarter Communication

In today’s data-rich environment, the life sciences sector continues to struggle with a surprisingly persistent challenge: inconsistent communication of evidence across stakeholder audiences. A practical way forward is the alignment of Integrated Evidence Generation Plans (IEGPs) with strategic publication planning. This article explores how medical communications and publications professionals can help create stronger, more coordinated scientific communication by connecting the “what” (evidence generation) with the “when, where, and how” (dissemination).

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Publication Planning: Getting Published vs Making a Splash

Publication Planning: Getting Published vs Making a Splash

While there are many factors, such as author selection, full disclosure and acknowledgement, and data access, that are common to planning any publication, different issues arise when managing a publication that is likely to have a big impact on the clinical community…

What’s New in Peer Review?

What’s New in Peer Review?

Peer review has been described as “a process in which academic research is subjected to critical evaluation by other academics. More precisely, it is the impartial and independent assessment of research by others working in the same or a related field.” Double-blind peer review, in which…

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ISMPP West 2018 – What to Expect

ISMPP West 2018 – What to Expect

The ISMPP West 2018 meeting is only three months away. Planning is in full swing. The number of registrations, exhibitors, and sponsors keeps growing. Join our journey on October 11-12, 2018, at the Marriott Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego, California. It’s ISMPP’s first-ever…

ISMPP Member Publications and Presentations

ISMPP Member Publications and Presentations

ISMPP is pleased to share information about the 51 posters presented at its 14th Annual Meeting, plus recent ISMPP member presentations at MedComms Networking events. The Society encourages members to publish and present research and information…

14th Annual Meeting of ISMPP Sets Attendance Record

14th Annual Meeting of ISMPP Sets Attendance Record

2018 has been a great year for ISMPP meeting attendance! First, the European Meeting of ISMPP in January saw a 20% increase from 2017, with 303 attendees. Now, the 14th Annual Meeting of ISMPP flourished with 629 attendees, a 12% increase from…

What Would You Do?

POLL RESULTS: Compensating a Statistician Author for Time Spent on a Manuscript?

You are a company medical publication professional. A freelance consultant statistician is paid by the sponsor to undertake complex analyses for a study. These data are to be included in a manuscript and the statistician is invited to participate as an author so that the data can be appropriately described. The statistician agrees, but requests to be compensated for the time spent contributing to the manuscript…

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 inmedical communications.​

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ISMPP Insider’s Knowledge Hub represents a central space for exploring and discovering content, new and older. Content is organized across foundational and applied themes and topics. Explore curated collections or targeted searches to view recent and archival material.
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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)

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Medical Writing & Communications

Practical perspectives on writing quality, collaboration, and the day-to-day practice and craft of medical communications

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Standards, Guidelines, & Policies

Authoritative guidelines, policies, and evolving requirements that operationalize ethical and transparent practices and support consistent implementation  (the HOW)

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Innovation & Technology

Informed perspectives on emerging tools, technologies, and evolving practices shaping the future of medical communications

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Publication Strategy & Planning

Strategic approaches to planning, aligning, and delivering evidence and publications across the research lifecycle

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Professional Development & Community

Insights and experiences that support career growth, skills development, and engagement across the medical communications community

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