ISLAMABAD: Experts have stressed for collaborative efforts to create more effective research and development environment. They were speaking at a seminar titled ‘Elevating Medical Journal Quality through Accreditation’ held to discuss accreditation’s role in medical publishing held at the Islamabad Medical and Dental College. The event featured a diverse audience, including chief editors, editorial board members and medical researchers dedicated to improving standards in medical literature. President Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) Prof Dr Rizwan Taj emphasised the critical importance of accredited research. According to a statement, presence of distinguished speakers, including Shaukat Ali Jawaid, Prof Dr Saira Afzal, Prof Dr Khalid Hassan, Prof Dr Akhtar Sherin and Prof Dr S.H. Waqar, enriched the discussions on the challenges and standards required for credible medical journals. The panel highlighted the pivotal role of accreditation in maintaining high-quality research. They discussed the necessity of rigorous editorial standards and the implementation of best practices to ensure academic integrity. Speaker Yasir Niazi, while addressing the audience, stressed the importance of collaborative efforts among participating organisations to create a more effective research and development environment, advocating for the promotion of original research on both national and international platforms. Managing Editor of IMDC Research Journal Dr Usman Waheed said the collaborative effort of college and PMDC marked a significant step toward ensuring that medical publications uphold the highest standards of quality and integrity, ultimately benefiting the wider medical community.