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An analytic hierarchy process model to apportion co-author responsibility.

Theodore J Sheskin1

  • 1Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Department, Cleveland State University, 2121 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-2214, USA. t.sheskin@csuohio.edu

Science and Engineering Ethics
|August 16, 2006
PubMed
Summary

The analytic hierarchy process (AHP) offers a method to assign co-author responsibility in scientific papers. This approach aims to prevent scientific fraud by ensuring accountability for individual contributions to collaborative research.

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Area of Science:

  • Scientific publishing ethics
  • Research integrity
  • Bibliometrics

Background:

  • Collaborative research is increasing.
  • Determining fair co-author contributions can be challenging.
  • Scientific fraud remains a concern in academia.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a systematic method for assigning co-author responsibility.
  • To deter scientific fraud by enhancing accountability.
  • To provide a framework for determining authorship order based on contribution.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing the analytic hierarchy process (AHP).
  • Developing a hierarchical model of research elements (primary and secondary).
  • Co-authors assess contributions to elements and the overall work.

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Main Results:

  • A structured approach to quantifying co-author contributions.
  • A potential solution for disputes over authorship order.
  • Enhanced transparency in collaborative scientific endeavors.

Conclusions:

  • AHP provides a viable framework for fair co-author responsibility allocation.
  • Implementing AHP can promote research integrity.
  • This method supports equitable recognition of scientific contributions.