Publication Ethics

Key Research Ethics that a Researcher Should Uphold

1. Fairness and Objectivity: A researcher must be fair and objective in their work, conducting discussions based on scientific evidence and proofs.

2. Scientific Humility: A researcher should demonstrate humility, maintaining an open attitude towards criticism from others.

3. Accuracy in Conveying Others’ Opinions: A researcher must avoid haste or negligence in reporting others’ views, as misrepresentation leads to negative outcomes in the research process.

4. Respect for Participants’ Feelings: Especially towards study samples who may feel vulnerable due to age, illness, or limited ability to understand or express themselves.

5. Confidentiality of Information: Protecting the identity and privacy of study participants at all times, ensuring that their identities or personal information are not disclosed.

6. Integrity: A researcher must not fabricate, falsify, or distort data and results.

7. Respect for Societal Values: Upholding the values recognized by religion, reason, and custom, and dealing with community members in general—and colleagues and collaborators in particular—truthfully and respectfully.

8. Trust: Scientific research relies on mutual trust. Each researcher must conduct their work with accuracy and seek to build trust with collaborators in order to achieve more reliable results.