Exploring Unconventional Research
The BMJ’s Christmas issue presents unique research every year. Originating in 1982, it features light-hearted studies that captivate readers during the holiday season.
A crucial part of the process involves selecting submissions from over a hundred entries. Only the most intriguing are published, with research and non-research submissions reviewed meticulously.
Topics and Contributors
Innovative topics abound in this special issue. Highlights include a study on the social acceptability of taking free food and a comparison between real-life doctors and those portrayed in The Sims 4.
Insights like these are curated by editors such as Jenny Rasanathan and Timothy Feeney, ensuring content that entertains and informs the medical community and wider audience.
Submission Deadlines
Research submissions for this issue are due by July 31, while essays and features must be submitted by August 31, allowing ample time for the editorial process.
Featured Topics
- Acceptable quantities of free food in healthcare settings.
- Doctors’ work-life balance in The Sims 4 versus reality.
- The influence of clock tower sounds on sleep.
- Potential misuse of resources influenced by Peppa Pig.
- Ageing theories of Marvel superheroes.
The edition aims to provide amusement and thought-provoking discussions, facilitating a break for readers as Timothy Feeney states.
Find Out More
Explore more from Short Wave on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts. The episode features contributions from Liz Metzger and Margaret Cirino, with editing by Rebecca Ramirez.