How Ozempic is redefining body standards
Ozempic’s Surge: A Blessing or a Curse? Ozempic® (semaglutide) — a prescription drug approved to treat type 2 diabetes — has become a sensation among those wishing to lose weight. Ozempic’s surge has raised questions about its benefits, shortcomings, and supply and added new sparks to the age-old debate about what makes the ‘ideal’ body. […]
Use of AI in modern-day drug discovery
In the rapidly evolving landscape of medical science and research, the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies has proven to be a transformative force in the field of drug discovery. Traditional screening processes and the subsequent analysis of collected data are both time and capital intensive. However, with the rise of AI, there have been […]
The stance of academic journals on the use of AI
With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, there is now increased scrutiny for its implications for authorship and use in medical writing. As AI is likely to become an integral part of the research process, understanding how prominent medical journals view submissions involving the use of AI tools is of paramount […]
The under-representation of women in clinical trials
Clinical trials are the cornerstone of evidence for new medical therapies. However, a persistent issue shadows the reputation of these medical advancements: the under-representation of women in clinical trials. A short history on women in medical research For too long, there was an assumption that no fundamental difference existed between men and women, other than […]
Can you hear me? Giving patients a voice in medical publications
Gone are the days when patients were mere passive recipients of medical decisions! Today, patients are active participants in their healthcare journey and seeking information and involvement in decision-making. This shift has not only reshaped patient care but also impacted how medical information is communicated. Traditionally, medical publications and updates on trends have been authored […]
Threats and opportunities of mega journals
What is the impact of large journals that regularly publish thousands of articles per year? Does it have any impact on the overall quality of research being published? Does it help advance the availability and publication of research? Journals that regularly publish thousands of articles are termed mega journals. Mega journals can be characterised by […]
