Mastering Ethical and Effective Scientific Publishing: Applying Good Publication Practice (GPP) In-house Training

Course overview

This comprehensive one-day course provides a deep dive into the ethical and transparent practices essential for publishing in biomedical research. In an increasingly competitive and regulated scientific landscape, understanding and adhering to Good Publication Practice (GPP) guidelines is critical to ensuring credibility, transparency, and trust in research publications.

Participants will explore the most recent updates to GPP and learn how to apply these principles effectively across various stages of the publication process, from manuscript preparation to post-publication responsibilities. Key topics include authorship criteria and contributorship roles, best practices for managing conflicts of interest, safeguarding data integrity, and promoting inclusivity and diversity in scientific communications.

This course equips attendees with practical strategies to enhance the clarity, impact, and ethical compliance of their publications. Attendees will leave with the knowledge and confidence to navigate common challenges in publishing, strengthen their professional integrity, and align their practices with global standards.

This course is part of our Medical Writing Training Courses series that aims to equip delegates with the tools and techniques needed to thrive within an ever-evolving industry.

Benefits of attending

• Apply Good Publication Practice (GPP) principles to ensure ethical and transparent scientific publishing
• Implement effective strategies for authorship determination, conflict of interest disclosure, and publication planning
• Uphold data integrity and transparency in company-sponsored biomedical research
• Recognise and address evolving trends such as patient engagement, preprints, and the use of AI tools
• Navigate peer review, ethical challenges, and post-publication responsibilities

Who should attend?

• Medical writers and publication professionals involved in manuscript preparation, abstracts, and conference presentations
• Researchers and clinical investigators publishing company-sponsored research
• Healthcare and pharmaceutical professionals managing research publications
• Editors and peer reviewers committed to ethical practices in scientific publishing
• Regulatory affairs and communications specialists focused on transparency and compliance