Editor-in-Chief Minds Unite: Shaping the Future of Pain and Neuromodulation-Editor-in-Chief Minds Unite: Shaping the Future of Pain and Neuromodulation

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The session was an editor-in-chief panel discussing various aspects of academic publishing in medical journals, particularly focusing on neuromodulation, pain research, and guidelines. The panelists included prominent figures such as Ryan D'Souza, Nasser Hussain, and several editors-in-chief from various medical journals. They discussed the challenges and responsibilities of journal editors, including the reception of manuscripts, editorial decisions about conflict of interest, industry sponsorship, and the role of guidelines. <br /><br />Key points included the abundance and potential overload of clinical practice guidelines, emphasizing the need for consistency and collaboration between journals and societies. The panel discussed conflicts of interest and the influence of industry sponsorship on research credibility. It was noted that trials funded by industry are usually well-documented and subjected to scrutiny, whereas other research funding sources, like federal grants, might not be examined as closely for potential biases.<br /><br />Open access publishing was another major topic, with concerns about predatory journals that accept low-quality papers. There was a consensus on the necessity for maintaining high publication standards while also considering the benefits of open access for broader dissemination of research.<br /><br />The topic of artificial intelligence (AI) in manuscript writing and its impact on peer review was also addressed. As AI becomes more prevalent, it presents both opportunities and challenges in ensuring the integrity of scientific literature. Overall, the panel highlighted the importance of transparency, quality, and collaboration in advancing medical research through journals, while navigating the evolving landscape of technology and ethics in publishing.

Keywords

academic publishing

medical journals

neuromodulation

pain research

editorial challenges

conflict of interest

industry sponsorship

clinical practice guidelines

open access

predatory journals

artificial intelligence

research integrity