Upcoming Issue Themes

The journal requests that authors submit a proposed title, abstract, and outline to mew@emwa.org no later than 1 month before the issue's manuscript deadline.

March 2026

Medical Writing Careers

In this issue, we are exploring careers within medical writing, including getting that first role, internship programmes, different types of medical writing, and how a medical writing career may not go in the direction you expected. We will look at how to become more specialised, how to move into management, and potential opportunities after you stop writing.

Guest Editors: Andrew Balkin and Jules Kovacevic

The deadline for feature articles has passed.

 

June 2026

Regulatory Submissions

This issue explores the modern regulatory submission landscape, reflecting the innovative strategies being employed to navigate it. The issue will underscore a pivotal shift in the industry: from viewing submissions as a final administrative step to embracing them as a dynamic, strategic process integral to product development and lifecycle management. This issue offers insights for medical writers working in pharmaceuticals/biotech, medical devices, and veterinary medicine industries.

Guest Editors: Clare Chang and Annie Josie

The deadline for feature articles is March 1, 2026.

 

September 2026

Publications: Integrity, Ethics, and Peer Review

This issue will cover the latest approaches to publishing ethics implementation, technology-enabled fraud detection, and institutional integrity transformation. It will also feature articles from thought leaders at major publishers, pharmaceutical companies, and technology firms on preventing integrity violations through proactive culture change rather than reactive compliance.

Guest Editors: Martin Delahunty and Slávka Baronikova

The deadline for feature articles is June 1, 2026.

December 2026

Inclusion and Inclusivity in Medical Writing

Explore how intentional language, diverse representation, and equitable practices shape clearer, more ethical and patient-centred communication in healthcare. Join us as we examine the principles and actions driving a more inclusive future in medical writing.

Guest Editors: Laura Collada Ali and Heather Mason

The deadline for features articles is September 1, 2026