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'Current Medical Research and Opinion' formulates new Transparency Policy - 27 Mar 2009
Current Medical Research and Opinion (CMRO), an international, peer-reviewed clinical research journal published by Informa Healthcare, has developed, and will soon institute, a formal Transparency Policy. The policy, projected to go above and beyond normal medical journal standards, is seen as a consequence of the 'Medical Madoff' - a recent scandal that stunned the world's healthcare industry. At the centre of the scandal was American anesthesiologist Dr. Scott Reuben, who published research papers that were based on fraudulent data and that benefited the drug companies who paid for his research. Dr. Reuben's treatment recommendations, reported in at least 21 published articles, were used by physicians around the world to provide pain relief to millions of patients undergoing orthopaedic surgery. Under the new CMRO policy, readers will be provided with any relevant financial relationships of its staff, editor-in-chief, editorial board members, international advisory board members, authors and peer reviewers to the content contained within each journal issue. The policy will go into full effect from the June 2009 issue onwards. CMRO publisher Jay Magrann will be part of an expert panel discussing the topic of author transparency at 7th Annual Meeting of The International Publication Planning Association, June 15-16, in San Francisco.
Scientific publishing
ALPSP seeks proposals for survey on scholarly book publishing with particular focus on online publication - 27 Mar 2009
The Association of Learned and Professional Society Publishing (ALPSP), the international trade association for scholarly and professional publishers, is seeking proposals to carry out a study of scholarly publishing practice by academic book publishers, with a particular focus on online publication. ALPSP has carried out three similar surveys of policies and practices related to online journal publishing which were conducted in 2003, 2005 and 2008. The 2005 survey did include a limited number of questions on eBooks. However, with the increased importance of eBooks in scholarly communication and other changes such as Print on Demand affecting academic book publishing, ALPSP has therefore decided that a comprehensive survey of the policies and practices of book publishers is appropriate. This will enable subsequent surveys to track changes in policy and practice from a 2009 baseline. It is proposed that the new survey should review book publishing policies and practices overall to establish the context within which online publishing is presently being developed. The survey is expected to cover a representative sample of non-profit, commercial, university presses and other academic publishers throughout the world. It will include ALPSP members but also provide a wider sample from such organisations as the Society for Scholarly Publishing (SSP), the Association of American University Presses (AAUP), the Association of Scientific, Technical and Medical Publishers (STM), and other publishers as appropriate. It should be noted that a total of 400 questionnaires were sent out for the Scholarly Publishing Practice, Third Survey in 2008, with a total of 263 responses received. The survey will include the use of an online questionnaire which ALPSP will promote to its membership and to the wider academic publishing community. Suggestions for what might be covered in the survey should be proposed by researchers. All proposals must be received by April 15, 2009. It is expected that go-ahead will be given in early May 2009, and that the survey results should be available for publication to coincide with the ALPSP International Conference in September 2009.
Case Studies/Industry study reports
Elsevier launches global online community - Innovation Explorers - 27 Mar 2009
STM publisher Elsevier, Netherlands, has announced the launch of Innovation Explorers, an online community of 300 researchers from 69 countries. Through online activities ranging from facilitated chats to one-on-one interviews, the members will help the global publisher identify, design and deliver relevant products and services that resonate with and inspire research scientists around the world. Communispace, which has created more than 325 online communities for the world's largest brands, started the Elsevier community in November 2008 and is now actively leading member activity and the delivery of insights. Through ongoing discussions with members and facilitated activities, Elsevier hopes to better understand the challenges and unmet needs of researchers, gaining deeper insight into the pressing issues within the research community. Elsevier has already begun involving the community in developing new products that more precisely match the needs of researchers, from the early ideation phase to usability testing of prototypes. Innovation Explorers enables a select group of top scientists to interact and engage with colleagues from around the globe and across a broad range of fields of study. These interactions offer Elsevier an unprecedented opportunity to listen to and learn from researchers as they communicate with one another. In December 2008, Elsevier added librarians to the Innovation Explorers community, facilitating interactions among 150 librarians from 40 different countries. Librarians are an important partner, alongside researchers, in designing the research library of the future. These members participate in unique activities with fellow librarians as well as in joint activities with members of the researcher group.
Reference Tools
SAGE launches new social network for discussion of research methods - 27 Mar 2009
Academic publisher SAGE has announced the launch of Methodspace.com, a public social network for discussion of research methods online. Methodspace aims to bring together researchers from across the academic spectrum looking for support and advice on any aspect of methodology. Registered users can participate in discussions about methodology issues and controversies; find out about relevant conferences and events; and discover and review new resources in methods, including free book chapters and journal articles. The site was launched to a private beta audience in February 2009. A unique area, research methods is the common thread that unites all researchers, with research methodology a fundamental part of every research journey. SAGE is leading publisher in research methods, supporting researchers for more than forty years with a collection of more than 1200 books, journals and reference works in this diverse field.
CT Corsearch unveils latest version of trademark databases collection - 27 Mar 2009
CT Corsearch, a provider of clearance and protection solutions for trademark and brand professionals, has announced the availability of the latest version of Corsearch Advantage, its collection of trademark databases. The latest release provides users with a variety of new screening capabilities. It encompasses the addition of five new countries - Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay and Hong Kong - as well as the ability to refine Pharmaceutical Screenings by geographic location. Partnering with intellectual property (IP) firms in Latin America, Corsearch Advantage: Screening seeks to offer comprehensive Latin American regional coverage. Additionally, its Pharma In-Use database now offers increased granularity for users, allowing them to select from over 70 jurisdictions covering more than 80 countries. CT Corsearch, a Wolters Kluwer business, provides intuitive tools and expertise that trademark professionals need to effectively manage the trademark screening, search review and watching processes. Corsearch Advantage is claimed to have revolutionised the trademark search review process when it launched in 2004. The latest version is seen to demonstrate the company's continued commitment to providing a comprehensive, best-in-class screening solution that allows trademark professionals to take their first steps in clearing trademarks and brands with confidence.
Publishing services
John Wiley & Sons names Stephen M. Smith as Chief Operating Officer - 27 Mar 2009
Publisher John Wiley & Sons, Inc., US, has announced the appointment of Stephen M. Smith as Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, effective May 1, 2009. In his new position, Smith will be responsible for the overall direction and leadership of Wiley's global publishing businesses. He will continue to report to William J. Pesce, President and Chief Executive Officer. Smith is relocating to Wiley's global headquarters in Hoboken, NJ, from Chichester, UK, where he is currently based as Senior Vice President, International Development, with responsibility for Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Australia. Eric Swanson, Senior Vice President, Scientific ,Technical, Medical and Scholarly; Stephen Kippur, Executive Vice President and President, Professional/Trade; and Bonnie Lieberman, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Higher Education, will report to Smith. Smith joined Wiley in 1992 as Vice President, Wiley Asia. In 1995, he was promoted to the new position of Vice President, International Development. He became Senior Vice President, International Development in 1996, when he assumed corporate responsibility for Wiley Australia. In May 2000, Wiley's Professional/Trade business in Europe was added to his responsibilities. In 2006, Mr. Smith became Chief Operating Officer of Wiley's UK business. He was appointed Senior Vice President, Wiley Europe in 2007, while continuing his role in Asia and Australia.
STM Publishing
James J. Gormley named editor of Journal of Drugs in Dermatology - 27 Mar 2009
Multimedia publisher and events producer Physicians' Continuing Education (PCE), US, has announced the appointment of James J. Gormley as editor of the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology (JDD). Gormley, who is an award-winning journalist, author, and medical editor, brings with him 20 years of healthcare communication, publication management, and scientific affairs experience. The Journal of Drugs in Dermatology is a peer-reviewed, MEDLINE/PubMed-indexed journal committed to advancing clinical knowledge and discovery in dermatology, including original articles and case reports that deliver cutting-edge clinical practice science and insights relating to methods, techniques, technologies, devices, and drug therapies in dermatology.
Digital Publishing
Dear Subscribers - 27 Mar 2009
Knowledgespeak.com, published by Scope e-Knowledge Center, has introduced a new section under Knowledgespeak blogs. Called 'blogspeak', this section include blog posts relevant to the publishing industry, particularly STM publishing. Updated weekly by Scope's editorial board, subscribers are invited to participate in blogspeak at http://www.knowledgespeak.com/Blog/Blog_Index_More.asp?MID=1#41 .
Business Intelligence, knowledge management systems
Now follow Knowledgespeak on Twitter - 27 Mar 2009
Knowledgespeak.com, published by Scope e-Knowledge Center, is now on twitter - http://twitter.com/knowledgespeak.
Community / Social Networks
