Preprints have become something of a hot-button issue in medical publishing. Though many of us have heard the term, especially within the last 3 years, most people aren’t too familiar with what preprints actually are or their implications for future publication of research. As defined by the JAMA Network in 2020, a preprint is a … Continue reading Pros, Cons, and What You Should Know About Medical Research Preprints
Medical Publication Retractions: New Trends and Key Takeaways
In 2013, Dr. Ramón Estruch and his team published a report on the PREDIMED study. By all accounts, the paper was well-received— it was published in the highly-regarded New England Journal of Medicine, and as of December 2020, it boasted 2735 citations in Web of Science–indexed journals. There’s just one issue: the paper was retracted in 2018 because of … Continue reading Medical Publication Retractions: New Trends and Key Takeaways
Embracing SDGs in Medical Research Publishing
The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have emerged as the primary international and interdisciplinary framework for promoting sustainability and equity. In a time of increasing polarization, politicization, and inequity, the SDGs offer a path toward a unified future where all can thrive. For the SDGs to succeed, however, all industries must embrace and embody their values. … Continue reading Embracing SDGs in Medical Research Publishing
The Dangers of Medical Academia’s ‘Publish or Perish’ Culture and How It Can Affect Clinical Practice
The phrase ‘publish or perish’ has become increasingly common in academia as a way to describe the (often unachievable and unsustainable) expectations placed on researchers to continually publish articles in peer-reviewed academic journals. Though the phrase itself has become increasingly common, the pressure to publish remains an inevitability for many researchers. The rise of the … Continue reading The Dangers of Medical Academia’s ‘Publish or Perish’ Culture and How It Can Affect Clinical Practice
A Beginner’s Guide to ChatGPT and Generative AI in the Medical Research Publication Industry
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) platforms, such as ChatGPT, have recently undergone a meteoric rise in their sophistication, accessibility, and prevalence throughout nearly every industry. Scholarly publishing and communications are no exception: it seems that every LinkedIn feed and conference program is teeming with discussions of these platforms. Depending on the opinion of the authors, generative … Continue reading A Beginner’s Guide to ChatGPT and Generative AI in the Medical Research Publication Industry
Predatory Conferences: A Lesser-known (But No Less Dangerous) Predatory Publishing Scam
Predatory journals are becoming more widely known and prevalent in conversations about academic research. As academia’s understanding of predatory publishing practices expands, however, many malicious con-artists have turned their attention toward a lesser known scam: predatory medical conferences. Predatory vs. Legitimate Medical Conferences Medical conferences are often crucial for researchers’ careers, from fresh postgraduates to recognizable … Continue reading Predatory Conferences: A Lesser-known (But No Less Dangerous) Predatory Publishing Scam
A Fundamental Guide on Understanding Conflicts of Interest (COIs) and When to Disclose
Though reporting conflicts of interests is a standard part of any medical publication, there’s a bit of confusion over what warrants disclosure and when it’s a good idea to disclosure potential conflicts. Here, we’ll provide a simple, straightforward guide on understanding conflicts of interest and recognizing the appropriate circumstances for disclosing them. What are Conflict … Continue reading A Fundamental Guide on Understanding Conflicts of Interest (COIs) and When to Disclose
Diversity and Equity Among Medical Journal Editors and Editorial Boards: Current State and Progress
Improving diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) has emerged as a primary goal for much of the scholarly and medical publication industry. Almost all major academic publishers have public statements testifying their commitment to improving staff diversity, particularly among production editors and editorial boards. However, quantifying diversity has proven to be a major challenge for these … Continue reading Diversity and Equity Among Medical Journal Editors and Editorial Boards: Current State and Progress
Promoting Diversity in Scholarly Publishing: Toolkits and Resources
Many organizations throughout the scholarly publishing industry have embraced diversity as a key goal for the upcoming years. However, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is often easier said than done. Many organizations and individuals struggle to understand where to start or how to create quantifiable, meaningful improvement. In this post, we’ve compiled some of … Continue reading Promoting Diversity in Scholarly Publishing: Toolkits and Resources
The Importance of Volunteer Work in Medical Publications: From Editors-In-Chief to Peer Review
One of the underrecognized truths of scholarly publishing is its reliance on volunteer work. Researchers throughout most scientific communities share a sense of responsibility to volunteer their time and support the advancement of scientific literature, a holdover from times when journals operated with miniscule budgets and nearly unsustainable profit margins. Despite the recent skyrocket in … Continue reading The Importance of Volunteer Work in Medical Publications: From Editors-In-Chief to Peer Review