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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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Real-world Strategies for Success with Simultaneous Publication of Industry-Sponsored Research
While the demand grows to publish and present industry-sponsored research in parallel, the need for collaboration among authors, journals/publishers, and congresses has evolved. This infographic article highlights approaches to optimize management of the overall development timeline…
Tactical Delivery of Medical Publications: A Visual Journey
Are you interested in guidance on the processes behind drafting and developing medical publications? View a stepwise visual guide on tactical delivery of medical publications that considers the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders, best practices and how to adhere to industry standards, roles of pharma publication and agency teams, and more…
Developing a Strategic Publication Plan: A Visual Survival Kit
Developing a strategic publication plan is vital to ensuring that key audiences can access the information they need to understand the potential benefits of a pharmaceutical product. View a stepwise visual guide on how to approach the development of a strategic publication plan and guidance around how it can then be assessed and adapted…
From ISMPP
ISMPP Announces Restructure of Its Committees
ISMPP announces a restructure of its committees to better meet the needs of the profession, the Society and our members. The ISMPP Committee Structure will have 4 new pillars that are intended to achieve practice-focused objectives and meet the distinct needs of key segments in the profession…
2023 European Meeting Draws Record Attendance – Many for the First Time!
ISMPP members gathered together in London for two days of collaboration, networking, learning and sharing. The 2023 European Meeting welcomed a record-high number of attendees with 360 industry professionals gathering at the Bishopsgate etc.venues in the heart of the city. Adding to the excitement, 164 attendees participated in this meeting for their first time!
New Ethics Case Studies Present Insights on Common Publication Dilemmas
The ISMPP Ethics and Standards Committee is excited to announce 4 new case studies that present common dilemmas in the publication process and walk through the thought process for how one might arrive at possible resolutions…
What Would You Do?
Poll Results: Encore at Original-only Congress
The publication team is eager to submit an abstract to a prestigious congress, but you face a dilemma. The congress explicitly states that it accepts original content only, whereas the publication team wants to develop an abstract based on data from three previously shared abstracts/publications. As the publication lead, you need to decide on the best course of action. 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