Best practice guidelines on publishing ethics: a publisher's perspective, 2nd edition

Area of Science:

• Academic Publishing
• Research Ethics
• Scholarly Communication

Background:

• The original publishing ethics guidelines were established in 2006.
• Academic publishing faces evolving ethical challenges.
• There is a need for updated guidance for researchers and editors.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide updated, comprehensive guidance on ethical concerns in academic publishing.
• To offer practical advice and resources for editors, authors, and researchers.
• To address emerging ethical issues in scholarly communication.

Main Methods:

• Revision of existing publishing ethics guidelines.
• Inclusion of new guidance on specific ethical areas.
• Review by a diverse panel of 24 editors and experts.

Main Results:

• Updated publishing ethics guidelines are now available.
• New guidance covers whistleblowers, animal research, clinical research, and trial registration.
• The guidelines address cultural differences, human rights, and confidentiality.

Conclusions:

• The updated guidelines offer interdisciplinary and practical advice.
• These resources support ethical practices in academic publishing.
• The guidelines are accessible across various scholarly communities.