The CIRSE Journals scientific writing programme offers a comprehensive learning path through the essentials of academic publishing, directed to early-career researchers eager to enhance their scientific writing skills. Across four interactive online sessions, you’ll gain valuable insights into crafting and revising your manuscript, mastering statistical concepts, and engaging with the peer-review process.

You can register individually for each session. We encourage you to join all sessions to gain the most comprehensive experience and earn a certificate of completion of the program, issued to participants who will complete all sessions.

Check out the program and register for free, through the link below:

This 90-minute interactive workshop is designed to support researchers, academics, and clinicians in developing effective scientific writing skills.

The session focuses on the early stages of manuscript preparation, from defining a research question to structuring a paper. Participants will also receive guidance on ethical considerations in scientific writing, and current challenges related to the use of artificial intelligence.

The workshop will combine short, focused presentations with an extended, interactive discussion of dummy manuscripts, allowing participants to apply key concepts in a practical setting.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Define a clear and focused research question
• Apply international reporting guidelines to improve manuscript quality and transparency
• Recognize ethical considerations and acceptable uses of artificial intelligence in scientific writing
• Critically evaluate manuscripts through guided dummy paper discussions

To be defined

Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai

Free of charge and open to all registered for the PAIRS 2026 congress. 

Mohammad Arabi

AJIR Editor-in-Chief

Riyadh/SA

Refaat Salman

CVIR Regional Editor

Riyadh/SA

Tiago Bilhim

CVIR Editor-in-Chief

Lisbon/PT

Robert Morgan

CVIR Endovascular Editor-in-Chief

London/UK

Thomas Helmberger

CVIR Oncology Editor-in-Chief

Munich/DE

This second 90-minute interactive workshop builds on the first session and focuses on the later stages of the publication process.

Participants will gain practical insights into manuscript structure, peer review and editorial decision-making. Emphasis will be placed on avoiding common reasons for rejection, responding effectively to reviewers, increasing manuscript visibility and identifying predatory journals.

As in the first workshop, the session will include an extended dummy paper discussion, fostering active participation and real-world application of the topics covered.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Understand and apply the IMRAD structure to scientific manuscripts

• Identify and avoid predatory journals

• Recognize common reasons for manuscript rejection and how to address them

• Respond constructively to reviewers’ comments

• Apply strategies to maximize the visibility and impact of published work

To be defined

Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai

Free of charge and open to all registered for the PAIRS 2026 congress. 

Mohammad Arabi

AJIR Editor-in-Chief

Riyadh/SA

Refaat Salman

CVIR Regional Editor

Riyadh/SA

Tiago Bilhim

CVIR Editor-in-Chief

Lisbon/PT

Robert Morgan

CVIR Endovascular Editor-in-Chief

London/UK

Thomas Helmberger

CVIR Oncology Editor-in-Chief

Munich/DE

This 60-minute interactive workshop is designed to equip researchers in improving the quality and acceptance rate of their submissions to scientific journals. 

The session will feature a short introduction to key statistics about submissions to CVIR, followed by an interactive, hands-on discussion of real-life example manuscripts previously submitted to CVIR. These examples will be used to explore common reasons for rejection, typical pitfalls, what constitutes a strong submission, and how to improve clarity, structure, and scientific messaging.

Participants who pre-register will receive the selected manuscripts in advance, allowing them to review the content and prepare for the discussion. Walk-in participants may be accepted if space permits, but advance registration is strongly recommended to secure a spot and get the full benefit of the workshop.

This workshop is free of charge and open to all registered for the JSIR & ISIR 2025 congress.

Date: Saturday, May 31, 2025

Time: 08:00 - 09:00 (JST)

Place: Meeting Room 1-A, Toranomon Hills Forum, Tokyo

This 90-minute interactive workshop is designed to equip researchers, academics, and professionals with the skills needed to write clear, well-structured, and impactful manuscripts for publication. The session will cover key aspects of manuscript preparation, common pitfalls, and strategies to enhance writing efficiency.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Understand the essential components of a strong manuscript.

• Develop a structured approach to writing and revising.

• Identify common writing mistakes and how to avoid them.

• Apply strategies to improve clarity, conciseness, and readability.

• Navigate the submission and peer-review process effectively.

Workshop 1: Thursday, April 10, 2025, 15:00-16:30

Sheikh Rashid Hall
Dubai World Trade Centre
Workshop 1: Workshop Room 2

Free of charge and open to all registered for the PAIRS 2025 congress. 

Mohammad Arabi

AJIR Editor-in-Chief

Riyadh/SA

Refaat Salman

CVIR Regional Editor

Riyadh/SA

Tiago Bilhim

CVIR Section Editor for Embolisation

Lisbon/PT

Osman Ahmed
CVIR Endovascular Editorial Board Member
Chicago, IL/US

This 90-minute interactive workshop is designed to help researchers, academics, and professionals develop critical skills in reviewing manuscripts for academic journals. Participants will learn how to assess manuscripts objectively, provide constructive feedback, and navigate the peer-review process effectively. The session will include practical exercises to improve critical appraisal skills and enhance the quality of review reports.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Understand the purpose and role of peer review in academic publishing.

• Critically assess the structure, clarity, and scientific rigor of a manuscript.

• Identify common flaws in methodology, data analysis, and interpretation.

• Provide constructive and actionable feedback.

• Navigate ethical considerations in manuscript review.

Workshop 2: Friday, April 11, 2025, 13:00-14:30

Sheikh Rashid Hall
Dubai World Trade Centre
Workshop 2: Workshop Room 6

Free of charge and open to all registered for the PAIRS 2025 congress. 

Mohammad Arabi

AJIR Editor-in-Chief

Riyadh/SA

Refaat Salman

CVIR Regional Editor

Riyadh/SA

Gerard Goh

CVIR Regional Editor

Melbourne/AU

Dimitrios Filippiadis 

CVIR MSK Section Editor

Athens/GR

CVIR in cooperation with ISVIR and JCIR will host a workshop on scientific writing at the ISVIR 2025 congress in Kochi, India. The workshop is suitable both for researchers early in their careers who want to acquire practical skills as well as experienced researchers wishing to refine their writing.

CVIR is teaming up with SOBRICE and SIDI to host a workshop on scientific writing at the SOBRICE 2024 congress in São Paulo, Brazil. The workshop is suitable both for researchers early in their careers who want to acquire practical skills as well as experienced researchers wishing to refine their writing.

The workshop will address key issues, including:

•   Improving manuscript structure

•   International reporting guidelines

•   How to respond to reviewers

Friday, October 18, 2024, 09:45-12:00

SOBRICE 2024 Congress, São Paulo, Brazil

Centro de Convenções Rebouças, Room Egaz Moniz

Free of charge and open to all registered for the SOBRICE 2024 congress.