--- title: JMIR Publications Blog (6) description: Blog posts, white papers and rich media content dedicated to researchers, authors, librarians, institutions, funders in academic and scholarly publishing (6) --- [![JMIR-Publications\_logo\_2020\_blue](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/00%20Marketing/Logos/JMIR-Publications_logo_2020_blue.png?width=550&height=109&name=JMIR-Publications_logo_2020_blue.png "JMIR-Publications_logo_2020_blue")](http://www.jmirpublications.com) Open main menu Close main menu # JMIR Publications # Newsroom Select Category Aging Artificial Intelligence Digital Psychiatry Early Career Researcher Events Industry News JMIR News Libraries Open Access Peer Review Research News Women in Science ![Header image for the blog post featuring Dennis O'Brien's photo](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/Research%20Policy%20Impact.png) [Industry News](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/industry-news) ### [Beyond the Bench: How Your Research Can Shape Global Policy](https://blog.jmir.org/beyond-the-bench-how-your-research-can-shape-global-policy) 15 April 2026 9:45 a.m. At JMIR Publications, we believe that the true value of scientific discovery lies in its ability to improve lives. Our commitment to Open Access (OA) isn’t just about making papers free to read; it’s about ensuring that your insights reach the people who have the power to implement change—the policymakers. ![Dennis O'Brien, Vice President of Communications & Partnerships](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%20(5).jpeg?width=45&name=Image%20(5).jpeg) [Dennis O'Brien, Vice President of Communications & Partnerships](https://blog.jmir.org/author/dennis-obrien-vice-president-of-communications-partnerships) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/beyond-the-bench-how-your-research-can-shape-global-policy) ![Elastic Tape for COPD: A Rehab Game-Changer?](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/Thiago%20Fernandes%20Pinto%20Blog%20Post.png) [Research News](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/research-news) ### [Can Elastic Tape Supercharge Pulmonary Rehabilitation?](https://blog.jmir.org/can-elastic-tape-supercharge-pulmonary-rehabilitation) 14 April 2026 1:18 p.m. The struggle for a full breath is a daily reality for those living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). While Pulmonary Rehabilitation (PR) is the gold standard for treatment, researchers are constantly looking for ways to push the boundaries of recovery. ![Reviewed by Kayleigh-Ann Clegg, PhD](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Headshot.jpg?width=45&name=Headshot.jpg) [Reviewed by Kayleigh-Ann Clegg, PhD](https://blog.jmir.org/author/reviewed-by-kayleigh-ann-clegg-phd) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/can-elastic-tape-supercharge-pulmonary-rehabilitation) ![The Blueprint for Clarity: The Four Pillars of Health Care Dashboard Design](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/Heike%20Vornhagen%20Blog%20Post%20v2.png) [Research News](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/research-news) ### [Mastering the Dashboard Revolution in Health Care](https://blog.jmir.org/mastering-the-dashboard-revolution-in-health-care) 7 April 2026 9:30 a.m. The landscape of health care management is undergoing a digital transformation. From the frantic pace of emergency departments to the strategic boardrooms of national health systems, data dashboards are no longer a luxury—they are a clinical necessity. These visual tools are redefining how providers track patient safety, how administrators allocate resources, and how public health officials communicate with the world. ![Reviewed by Kayleigh-Ann Clegg, PhD](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Headshot.jpg?width=45&name=Headshot.jpg) [Reviewed by Kayleigh-Ann Clegg, PhD](https://blog.jmir.org/author/reviewed-by-kayleigh-ann-clegg-phd) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/mastering-the-dashboard-revolution-in-health-care) ![From Chatbots to Surgeons: Navigating the AI Revolution in Medical Education](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/Esteban%20Ortiz-Prado%20Blog%20Post.png) [Research News,](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/research-news) [Artificial Intelligence](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/artificial-intelligence) ### [Redefining the Future of Medical Education with AI](https://blog.jmir.org/redefining-the-future-of-medical-education-with-ai) 30 March 2026 9:30 a.m. The landscape of medical training is undergoing a seismic shift. From the hallowed halls of traditional lecture centers to the interactive screens of global learning platforms, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept, it is a present-day reality. AI is redefining how future doctors learn, how they are assessed, and how they will eventually treat patients. ![Reviewed by Kayleigh-Ann Clegg, PhD](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Headshot.jpg?width=45&name=Headshot.jpg) [Reviewed by Kayleigh-Ann Clegg, PhD](https://blog.jmir.org/author/reviewed-by-kayleigh-ann-clegg-phd) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/redefining-the-future-of-medical-education-with-ai) ![Strengthening the Bioinformatics Ecosystem: MCBIOS 2026](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/2026%20MCBIOS%20Shruti%20%20blog%20(1).png) [Events,](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/events) [Research News,](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/research-news) [Artificial Intelligence](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/artificial-intelligence) ### [JMIR Bioinformatics and Biotechnology at MCBIOS 2026](https://blog.jmir.org/jmir-bioinformatics-and-biotechnology-at-mcbios-2026) 26 March 2026 11:01 a.m. As the landscape of computational biology continues to evolve, fostering strong ties between specialized societies and high-impact scholarly publishing is essential. We are pleased to announce that both the Editor-in-Chief and I, the Managing Editor of *JMIR Bioinformatics and Biotechnology*, will be presenting a brief talk at the upcoming [MCBIOS 2026 conference](https://2026.mcbios.com/) (March 27–29, 2026, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL). Our talk will focus on a new collaboration and an open call for submissions designed to highlight innovative research in the fields of computational biology, artificial intelligence, and health care innovation. ![Shruti Kochhar](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Shruti%20Hubspot%20Author%20Photo.png?width=45&name=Shruti%20Hubspot%20Author%20Photo.png) [Shruti Kochhar](https://blog.jmir.org/author/shruti-kochhar) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/jmir-bioinformatics-and-biotechnology-at-mcbios-2026) [JMIR News](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/jmir-news) ### [JMIR Publications 2025: Transforming the Future of Open Science](https://blog.jmir.org/jmir-publications-2025-transforming-the-future-of-open-science) 24 March 2026 5:40 p.m. Explore JMIR Publications's 2025 achievements and innovations. Swipe through the 2025 Annual Report to discover our innovation, impact, and community growth. ![JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/jmir_icon_100px.png?width=45&name=jmir_icon_100px.png) [JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/author/jmir-publications) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/jmir-publications-2025-transforming-the-future-of-open-science) ![Photo of Dr. Poorna Kushalnagar, a principal investigator from the Center of Deaf Health Excellence at Gallaudet University](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/Poorna%20Kushalnagar%20blog%20(1).png) [Research News](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/research-news) ### [Bridging the Gap: ASL-Fluent Navigators and the Future of Cancer Screening](https://blog.jmir.org/bridging-the-gap-asl-fluent-navigators-and-the-future-of-cancer-screening) 23 March 2026 2:00 p.m. In the realm of preventative medicine, a one-size-fits-all approach often leaves historically underserved populations behind. For adults who are Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing (DDBHH), the path to a routine cancer screening is frequently blocked by a complex web of systemic barriers. From the lack of health information available in American Sign Language (ASL) to the recurring struggle of ineffective patient-physician communication, these challenges do more than just cause frustration—they lead to delayed diagnoses and poorer health outcomes. ![Reviewed by Kayleigh-Ann Clegg, PhD](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Headshot.jpg?width=45&name=Headshot.jpg) [Reviewed by Kayleigh-Ann Clegg, PhD](https://blog.jmir.org/author/reviewed-by-kayleigh-ann-clegg-phd) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/bridging-the-gap-asl-fluent-navigators-and-the-future-of-cancer-screening) ![Transformative Agreements: Risk to Open Access Bibliodiversity](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/2026%20Dennis%20UKSG%20blog%20(2).png) [Open Access,](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/open-access) [Events,](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/events) [Libraries](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/libraries) ### [Transformative Agreements: Risk to Open Access Bibliodiversity](https://blog.jmir.org/transformative-agreements-risk-to-open-access-bibliodiversity) 20 March 2026 5:23 p.m. The transition to Open Access (OA) is no longer a distant goal; it is a rapidly accelerating reality. As we navigate this shift, the [ESAC (Efficiency and Standards for Academic Collecting) Initiative](https://esac-initiative.org/) is a useful compass, tracking the rise of Transformative Agreements (TAs) globally. ![Dennis O'Brien, Vice President of Communications & Partnerships](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%20(5).jpeg?width=45&name=Image%20(5).jpeg) [Dennis O'Brien, Vice President of Communications & Partnerships](https://blog.jmir.org/author/dennis-obrien-vice-president-of-communications-partnerships) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/transformative-agreements-risk-to-open-access-bibliodiversity) ![Photo of Christiane Melchior, a postdoctoral researcher at Lappeenranta-Lahti University and her colleagues from the Université de Montréal](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/StoryTap%20Videos/Christiane%20Melchior%20blog.png) [Research News](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/research-news) ### [Ratios of Trust: the Rise and Fall of the WHO’s Popular Legitimacy](https://blog.jmir.org/ratios-of-trust-the-rise-and-fall-of-the-whos-popular-legitimacy) 13 March 2026 4:55 p.m. In the digital age, a ratio on social media is more than just a fleeting moment of internet drama, it can be a measurable signal of institutional trust. As global health crises like COVID-19 unfold, the battle for public confidence moves from official press releases to the real-time arena of social platforms. But can we scientifically measure something as complex as popular legitimacy simply by looking at how the world interacts with an organization on X? ![Reviewed by Kayleigh-Ann Clegg, PhD](https://blog.jmir.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Headshot.jpg?width=45&name=Headshot.jpg) [Reviewed by Kayleigh-Ann Clegg, PhD](https://blog.jmir.org/author/reviewed-by-kayleigh-ann-clegg-phd) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/ratios-of-trust-the-rise-and-fall-of-the-whos-popular-legitimacy) ![Photo showing man sitting at an exhibit table for JMIR Publications](https://blog.jmir.org/hubfs/_2026%20ER%26L%20%20blog.png) [Events,](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/events) [Libraries](https://blog.jmir.org/tag/libraries) ### [What I Actually Learned at ER&L: Open Science, Funding, and the Librarian-Publisher Alliance](https://blog.jmir.org/what-i-actually-learned-at-erl-open-science-funding-and-the-librarian-publisher-alliance) 11 March 2026 4:18 p.m. I had a great time in Austin at the [ER&L Fest](https://electroniclibrarian.org/). The longer I’m in the position of Institutional Partnerships Lead at JMIR, the more I enjoy working with librarians. As a group, they are friendly, thoughtful, and ask great questions. This shouldn’t come as a surprise to me - my mother was a public librarian and I spent many, many hours among the book stacks of her workplaces. [Michael Byer, Institutional Partnerships Lead](https://blog.jmir.org/author/michael-byer-institutional-partnerships-lead) [Read More](https://blog.jmir.org/what-i-actually-learned-at-erl-open-science-funding-and-the-librarian-publisher-alliance) [4](https://blog.jmir.org/page/4) [5](https://blog.jmir.org/page/5) [6](https://blog.jmir.org/page/6) [7](https://blog.jmir.org/page/7) [8](https://blog.jmir.org/page/8) © 2026 JMIR Publications