Publication Ethics Checklist

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Publication Ethics Checklist

Common research integrity practices include careful reporting, responsible authorship and appropriate ethical review.

Practical checklist

1. Report ethics approval and informed consent where relevant.
2. Disclose competing interests and funding.
3. Avoid duplicate publication, plagiarism and data misrepresentation.

Additional considerations

Make sure that statements are supported by appropriate references and that your writing clearly distinguishes reported evidence, interpretation and recommendations. Review the original journal instructions for detailed format rules and current requirements.