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Review
. 2014 Sep;5(9):1073-82.

Ethics in medical research and publication

Izet Masic  1 , Ajla Hodzic  1 , Smaila Mulic  1
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Review

Ethics in medical research and publication

Izet Masic et al. Int J Prev Med. 2014 Sep.

Abstract

To present the basic principles and standards of Ethics in medical research and publishing, as well as the need for continuing education in the principles and ethics in science and publication in biomedicine. An analysis of relevant materials and documents, sources from the published literature. Investing in education of researches and potential researches, already in the level of medical schools. Educating them on research ethics, what constitutes research misconduct and the seriousness of it repercussion is essential for finding a solution to this problem and ensuring careers are constructed on honesty and integrity.

Keywords: Ethics; medical research; publication.

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Conflict of Interest: None declared.

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