Restoring trust in science: a proposed framework for verifying researcher identity
Publication fraud is eroding trust. Find out how one new framework encourages the active authentication of research paper contributors.
Wiley develops AI guidelines in response to demand from researchers
Find out more about the guidelines aiming to embrace use of AI, ethically.
Is high-volume publishing threatening research integrity?
As another study reveals an alarming number of hyperprolific authors, find out more about how high-volume publishing can impact research integrity.
Unlocking the potential of AI in global healthcare: is international research collaboration the key?
Discover the benefits of international collaboration when incorporating AI in life science research.
ICMJE recommendations update 2024: what’s new and what’s next?
All you need to know about the latest updates to the ICMJE recommendations.
Rise in “extremely productive” authors sparks concern
Read more about the highly prolific authors who publish scientific papers at an astonishing rate – and how unusual authorship behaviours might be detected.
Are we coming close to accurate AI detection?
Find out about a new method to improve the accuracy of AI detection tools.
Beyond the impact factor: a new way to assess journal quality
Learn how the ‘diversity factor’ could be used to evaluate the true impact of health research.
Is it time to change our approach to reporting author contributions?
Learn about two ‘easy-to-implement’ methods proposed to change how author contributions are assigned.
ChatGPT: the newest author of scientific research?
Learn how scientists put ChatGPT’s abilities as a scientific researcher and author to the test.
Recommendations for ethical use of AI chatbots in publications
Discover how to use generative AI tools responsibly while maximising their benefits.
Language barriers in scientific publishing: how many hurdles are there?
Find out more about the barriers non-native English speakers face in scientific publishing, and initiatives that are starting to help.
Innovation in medical communications: an interview with Catherine Skobe
Catherine Skobe shares her insights on innovation in medical communications including creative approaches to increasing patient engagement and involvement in scientific publications.
Questionable research practices: should we be worried?
Read more on the results of a survey that asked 47,000 academics about their opinions, behaviours, and experiences surrounding research integrity.
International Women’s Day 2023: can medical publishing do more to #EmbraceEquity?
Women remain underrepresented in medical publishing; we reflect on recent posts from The Publication Plan looking at contributory factors and steps to equity.
Meeting report: summary of Day 2 of the 2023 ISMPP European Meeting
Missed the meeting? Read our report to get up to speed!