This document discusses publication misconduct, complaints, and appeals. It defines publication misconduct and explains why it is a problem. The various forms of misconduct are outlined, including plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, authorship issues, and more. Methods for identifying and preventing misconduct are provided, such as using plagiarism detection software, rigorous peer review, transparent reporting, and clear editorial policies. The process for publication complaints is examined, including how complaints can be identified through reader observations, peer review, and post-publication feedback. Finally, the document looks at publication appeals, defining them and outlining the identification and steps involved in the appeals process.

1. IDENTIFICATION OF PUBLICATION MISCONDUCT, COMPLAINTS
& APPEALS
Presented by :Chinnu Mohanan
PhD Scholar
SME 2022 51 10

2. What is Publication
misconduct, why it is a
problem, Forms,
Identification &
Prevention of
Publication misconduct
AN OVERVIEW
Identifying Publication
Complaints & steps in
the complaint process
Identification of
Publication appeals &
Steps in the Appeal
process
Publication ethics standards should
be the same for all Peer- reviewed
journal – Research Findings

3. It refers to any unethical
actions related to the
publication of scientific
research
PUBLICATION MISCONDUCT

4. Why is Publication Misconduct a Problem?
Credibility and Trust
Waste of Resources
Misleading the Scientific Community
CareerAdvancement and Funding
Discredit Legitimate Research
Impact on Policy and Decision-Making
Damage to Reputation
Ethical Concerns
Erosion of Peer Review System

5. Forms of
Publication
Misconduct
Plagiarism
Data
fabrication
Data
falsification
Authorship
issues Conflict of
Interest
Duplicate
publication
Salami
Slicing

6. IDENTIFICATION AND PREVENTION OF
• Researchers, editors, and publishers should utilize
plagiarism detection software to identify
instances of potential plagiarism
Utilize Plagiarism
Detection Software
• Rigorous and thorough peer review processes aid
in the identification of publication misconduct.
• Reviewers should be vigilant for data fabrication,
falsification, and authorship problems
Peer Review
• Before submitting the work, researchers and
authors should be vigilant about adhering to
ethical practices and thoroughly review their
work.
Self-
Identification

7. • Researchers and peer reviewers must examine
research data, methodologies, and statistical
analyses for inconsistencies and anomalies.
Data Screening
and Replication
• Researchers should provide extremely thorough
and accurate information about their methods,
results, and limitations to allow for evaluation and
detection of misconduct.
Transparent
Reporting
• Journals and publishers should establish clear
editorial policies and guidelines that address
publication misconduct, including plagiarism,
data manipulation, and authorship issues.
Editorial Policies

8. • It refers to concerns raised by individuals or
groups regarding the conduct, content, or
processes related to a published research article
or academic paper
• Complaints may involve plagiarism, fabricated
data, authorship disputes, ethical violations, or
other breaches of research integrity.
PUBLICATION COMPLAINTS

9. IDENTIFYING PUBLICATION
Reader and
Researcher
Observations
• Publication
complaints can arise
when readers,
researchers, or
members of the
scientific community
discover
inconsistencies,
anomalies, or
suspicious aspects in
a published article.
Peer Review Process
• Peer reviewers assess
the quality and
validity of the
manuscript during
the review process.
• They examine in
depth study's
methodology, data
analysis, and overall
scientific rigor.
Post-publication review
platforms and
community feedback
• Through various
channels, including
online forums, social
media, and dedicated
platforms for post-
publication
discussions,
researchers and
readers can provide
feedback, criticism,
or raise concerns
regarding a published
article.
Research Institutions
and Ethical
Committees
• Research institutions
and ethical
committees may
receive complaints
from individuals
regarding
publications.
• These organizations
have mechanisms in
place for addressing
such complaints,
investigating
allegations, and
taking appropriate
action.

10. STEPS IN THE COMPLAINT PROCESS

11. PUBLICATION APPEALS
It refers to the formal process through which
authors can challenge editorial decisions made by
a journal regarding the acceptance, rejection, or
handling of their submitted manuscript.
The appeal process allows authors to request a
reassessment of the journal's decision based on
the initial submission and peer review, with the
aim of reconsidering the publication status of
their research article.

12. IDENTIFICATION OF PUBLICATION
Disagreement
with Editorial
Decisions
Allegations of
Misconduct
Unfair
treatment or
Bias
Review of
Publication
Policies
Review of
Ethical
Grounds
Examination
of Procedural
Errors

13. STEPS IN THE APPEAL PROCESS
Submitting
theAppeal
Preparing
theAppeal
Reviewing
Journal's
Appeal
Policy
Decision &
Communica
tion
External
Review or
Mediation
Editorial
Review

14. REFERENCES
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