Integrity in Action: A Panel Discussion on the Ethical Challenges and Solutions in Publishing
Session Agenda
Are you ready to explore the ethical foundation of scholarly publishing in today’s high-stakes research environment? Join our expert panel for a compelling and interactive discussion on maintaining integrity amid increasing publication demands and ethical complexities. This session goes beyond theory, tackling the practical aspects of preserving scholarly ethics and equipping researchers, reviewers, and institutions with strategies to make a meaningful impact.
In this session, we’ll delve into some of the most pressing ethical challenges in academic publishing, spotlight some practical solutions, and share actionable strategies to foster a culture of integrity. From the critical analysis of retractions to addressing various forms of misconduct, our conversation aims to illuminate real-world solutions to common ethical dilemmas. You’ll gain insights and tools essential for safeguarding the future of scholarly communication.
Join the discussion to gain actionable insights into upholding publication integrity — a vital aspect in the future of scholarly communication.
Key Topics Include:
- An overview of current challenges facing scholarly publishing, including the key factors driving retractions and evolving trends.
- A deep dive into the common causes of misconduct, such as data and image manipulation, falsification, plagiarism, authorship disputes, and the rise of predatory journals and paper mills.
- Insights into the complexities of identifying research misconduct and the limitations faced by traditional and digital detection methods.
- Exploring the role of technology, institutional responsibilities, and collaborative efforts in strengthening ethical standards and transparency.
- Examining the current and potential applications of AI in research ethics, including its strengths, limitations, and future directions for ethical oversight.
- Defining the roles of stakeholders — from researchers and reviewers to publishers and institutions — in creating a collaborative framework that upholds integrity and accountability across the research ecosystem.
Key Benefits for Attendees:
- Gain insights into the ethical challenges shaping scholarly publishing today and the critical role integrity plays in advancing trustworthy research.
- Learn how researchers, reviewers, publishers, and institutions each contribute to (and impact) the trustworthiness of scholarly publishing.
- Recognize prevalent forms of misconduct — such as data manipulation, plagiarism, and predatory practices — and learn strategies to avoid them.
- Get introduced to the latest methods for detecting and preventing research misconduct, empowering you to uphold ethical standards.
- Understand the role of AI in research ethics, including its benefits, limitations, and responsible applications for promoting publication integrity.
- Join panelists in exploring effective strategies to foster an environment where accountability and transparency are core values in scholarly publishing.
- Get your questions answered by industry leaders in publication ethics during an interactive Q&A session, gaining practical advice tailored to real-world challenges in research publishing.
Who should attend this session?
- Researchers and Academics
- Journal Editors and Publishers
- Research Integrity Officers
- Librarians and Information Specialists
- Institutional Leaders
About the Speaker
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Leslie D. McIntosh
VP, Research Integrity, Digital Science
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Daniel Ucko
Head of Ethics and Research Integrity, American Physical Society (APS Physics)
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Dr. Anupama Kapadia
Communications Expert and Editor-in-Chief, Enago Academy
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