Publication ethics: Whose problem is it?

Abstract

Discussions about publication ethics often focus on misconduct by authors, such as data fabrication and plagiarism. However, this article focuses on the roles of editors, publishers, academic societies and research institutions. All these players have ethical responsibilities and should carefully consider the effects of their policies and actions. If people believe that publication ethics is 'somebody else's problem', little progress will be made and problems will persist. © Elizabeth Wager.