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

Area of Science:

• Scholarly Publishing
• Research Ethics
• Academic Integrity

Background:

• The original Wiley publishing ethics guidelines were established in 2006.
• Ethical considerations in academic publishing have evolved significantly since 2006.
• There is a need for updated, comprehensive guidance for all stakeholders in scholarly communication.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide updated, practical guidance on ethical concerns in academic publishing.
• To address emerging ethical issues and ensure best practices for editors, authors, and researchers.
• To offer resources and support for navigating complex ethical dilemmas in scholarly work.

Main Methods:

• Review and revision of existing 2006 publishing ethics guidelines.
• Inclusion of new guidance on specific topics such as whistle-blower protection, animal research, clinical research, and clinical trial registration.
• Consultation with 24 interdisciplinary editors and experts from diverse academic communities.
• Consideration of cultural differences, human rights, and confidentiality in research.

Main Results:

• Publication of revised Wiley publishing ethics guidelines.
• Introduction of new sections addressing whistle-blower protection, animal research, clinical research, and clinical trial registration.
• Inclusion of guidance on cultural differences, human rights, and confidentiality.
• The guidelines are interdisciplinary, reflecting input from a wide range of experts.

Conclusions:

• The updated guidelines provide a comprehensive resource for ethical academic publishing.
• These guidelines aim to uphold the integrity and trustworthiness of scholarly research.
• The interdisciplinary nature ensures relevance across various academic fields and communities.