Topic discussions

In what situations are Expressions of Concern appropriate? What is their purpose, potential challenges and how should they be issued?

Scholarly publishing is heavily focused on communication in English. This discussion includes experiences, challenges, and possible solutions for all who work in publishing.

Generative AI is complicating issues of authorship and accountability. This prompts new debates on originality and brings a need to enhance education and detection of plagiarism.

Conference proceedings summarise academic meetings, offering early insights into research in various formats, but can bring challenges for publishers.

Join the discussion on how to address complex research integrity complaints.

Scholarly publications must address research biases and conflicts of interest (COIs) to ensure credibility. Clear COI disclosure policies are essential for transparency and reducing bias.

COPE Members explore whether there are unique ethical considerations for books versus journals and the need for separate guidance.

A 2018 member survey highlighted bias in peer review as a pressing topic for discussion, focusing on how biases among editors and reviewers impact manuscript evaluations and publication fairness.

Complaints from readers can prompt investigations across journals, with editors addressing each article separately. Rising complaints prompt publishers to consider unified responses.