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    Knowledge, Practice, and Factors Influencing Publication Ethics among Health Researchers and Academicians: Institution-Based, Cross-Sectional Study
    (Addis Ababa University, 2024-07) Getachew, Hana; Taye,Girma (PhD); Woldeamanuel,Yimtubezinash (MD, MSc, PhD)
    Background: Publication ethics are rules of conduct for publishing scientific research results. They aim to ensure transparency, integrity, and accountability among writers, publishers, editors, reviewers, and readers. The International Committee of Medical Journals Editors (ICMJE), World Association of Medical Editors (WAME), and the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) are organizations working to provide guidelines and recommendations for authors, editors, and reviewers. These organizations aim to promote integrity, openness, and responsibility in publishing research results, ensuring high-quality science and avoiding potential moral dilemmas. However, the extent to which publication ethics standards are known or adhered to is not well known in Ethiopia. Objective: To assess knowledge, practice, and factors influencing practice of publication ethics among health researchers in three institutions. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at three institutions to examine knowledge, practice, and factors influencing publication ethics among health researchers and academicians. A total of 588 respondents were obtained from the three institutions, stratified sampling approach was used. The questionnaire was adapted and modified from an international survey and a self-administered questionnaire was given to participants. The data was analyzed using SPSS statistical software version 27. Results: This study revealed that a significant number of the participants lack knowledge about prior publication ethics, dual submission, self-plagiarism, and image manipulation. Authorship, conflict of interest, and plagiarism were well-understood by most respondents. However, those who engage in dual submission and have a conflict of interest were found to be more likely to violate publication ethics. This study also shows that an increase in experience leads to a 7% decrease in violation of publication ethics practices, while an increase in knowledge leads to an 11% decrease. These findings highlight unethical practices and suggest areas for improvement in publication ethics. Conclusion: The study reveals varied levels of knowledge and practice regarding publication ethics among health researchers and academicians, with gaps in consistent disclosure and adherence to ethical principles. Targeted interventions, continuous education, mentorship, and strengthening disclosure policies can improve standards.