This week, we feature a case study from UKCORI about Open Pharma’s work towards improving the transparency of pharma-sponsored research communications. We highlight the call for proposals for the 2025 European Meeting of ISMPP, a survey from Kudos collecting researcher perspectives on the UN SDGs, and the 2024 Digital Science Catalyst Grant Awards. Finally, we signpost a webinar exploring how small- and medium-sized publishers can innovate to thrive in an evolving publication landscape.
To read:
UKCORI Open Pharma case study via UKCORI | 25-minute read
How does Open Pharma support transparency in the communication of pharma-sponsored research? This case study, developed by the UK Committee on Research Integrity (UKCORI), outlines the importance of transparency in pharmaceutical research and the actions we at Open Pharma take to advocate for transparency and openness in the communication of pharma-sponsored research.
To engage with:
ISMPP Europe 2025 call for proposals via ISMPP
It’s time to submit your proposals for the 2025 European Meeting of the International Society for Medical Publication Professionals (ISMPP)! Under the theme Core values for an integrated age, the conference will take place in London, UK, from 27 to 29 January 2025. The deadline for session proposals is 25 September, and the deadline for abstract submissions is 9 October.
Does your research align with the SDGs? via Kudos
Kudos invites researchers to participate in this survey aimed at understanding awareness and opinions of the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With the support of the American Chemical Society, BMJ, Brill, Cabells, Crossref and Wiley, the survey will be used to help publishers develop content and strategies to support progress towards the SDGs. Participation requires no prior knowledge of the goals.a
Digital Science launches 2024 Catalyst Grant Awards via Digital Science
Applications for the Digital Science 2024 Catalyst Grant are now open! This year, the initiative will support entrepreneurs developing innovative technologies that enhance research integrity and bolster trust in science. Successful applicants will benefit from up to £25 000 in funding and access to Digital Science’s network of experts. Applications close on 14 October.
Small publisher, big impact via Scholastica
How can small- and medium-sized publishers thrive in a rapidly evolving scholarly communications landscape? Join Clare Hooper (Director of Journals Publishing at Liverpool University Press), Derius Galvez (Editor-in-Chief at the Journal of Black Excellence in Engineering, Science and Technology), Kristen Overstreet (Senior Partner at Origin Editorial), Rob Johnson (Founder and Managing Director at Research Consulting) and Brian Cody (CEO and Co-founder of Scholastica) for a webinar on Thursday 19 September to find out. Registration for this ALPSP Conference session is free.
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aPaige – a generative AI tool created by Oxford PharmaGenesis – was used to create an early draft of this summary. Paige uses OpenAI’s GPT Large Language Models, securely and privately accessed from within Microsoft’s Azure platform. The AI-generated output was reviewed, modified or rewritten, and checked for accuracy by at least one member of the Open Pharma team. The news pieces included in the weekly digest are curated by the Open Pharma team without the use of AI.
