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Programme
• Editors’ views on ethical issues
• Introduction to publication
ethics
• How can misconduct be detected?
• How to deal with suspected
misconduct
• Retractions and corrections
• How can publishers’ policies prevent
misconduct?
Zoe Mullan, Council Member and Trustee of COPE will also be giving a short
presentation on the work of COPE.
This course will commence at 09:30 (registration, with
tea/coffee, from 09:00) and end at approximately 17:00
By the end of the course delegates will be able to
Be aware of the main ethical issues that
arise in academic publishing, understand how editors view ethical issues, be
aware of techniques for detecting misconduct, have greater confidence in
handling cases of possible misconduct, understand guidelines relating to
misconduct (in particular, the COPE guidelines on retractions), appreciate how
publishers’ policies and practices can ensure ethical publishing.
Who should attend
Anybody with an interest in publication
ethics, including editorial staff and journal editors. It will be especially
relevant to anybody developing or revising their company’s, society’s or
journal’s editorial policies or processes and is suitable for organizations
large and small.
Delegate Comments
'Expected it to be complex, subtle and interesting and it was. Excellent presentations, clear and took time to investigate and explain.
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Deborah Owen, Nutrition Society
'Very clear and concise. I really valued the speakers starting at baseline for everything although I have experience in some areas - others are completely new to me.
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Jessica Webster, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
'Really good interactive course with lots of opportunities to ask questions relating to individual experiences.'
Lara Finan, Cancer Intelligence Ltd
'Was a very interesting insight and easy to follow and understand - will directly benefit my work. Course material very comprehensive - great having it all together.
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Alison Firth, Royal Society of Public Health