Conflicts of Interest as Corrupting the Checks and Balances in the Postpublication Oversight of Academic Business Journals

Arend, Richard J.

doi:10.1177/1056492617715323

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“…Conflicts may arise when individual goals or interests conflict with the goals of the organization (Arend, 2019).…”

Section: Conflict Of Interestmentioning

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Prospects for modernization of social and labor relations and reduction of conflicts and social tensions in the workplace

Rakhimova

2024

JEIME

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This research paper explores the transformative landscape of the modern workplace, focusing on the dynamic interplay between the modernization of social and labor relations and the resolution of conflicts. Examining various approaches and scenarios, the study delves into the adoption of flexible work arrangements, integration of technology, and heightened emphasis on diversity and inclusion as pivotal strategies shaping contemporary work environments. Challenges such as technological disruption, globalization, and shifting workforce expectations are considered, highlighting the need for adaptive solutions. The paper underscores the significance of open communication, employee empowerment, and participatory decision-making in fostering positive social and labor relations. A proactive and comprehensive conflict resolution framework, including training programs, mediation services, and clear policies, is delineated as essential for addressing disputes constructively. The role of empathy, diversity appreciation, and transparent communication in conflict resolution is emphasized. In conclusion, the research emphasizes that successful modernization efforts demand a holistic understanding of diverse employee needs. It argues for organizations to remain agile, continually adapting policies to create inclusive, engaging, and equitable workplaces. The resolution of conflicts, guided by human-centric values, becomes integral to this transformative journey, enriching the workplace experience for individuals, organizations, and society as a whole.

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“…Conflicts may arise when individual goals or interests conflict with the goals of the organization (Arend, 2019).…”

Section: Conflict Of Interestmentioning

confidence: 99%

Prospects for modernization of social and labor relations and reduction of conflicts and social tensions in the workplace

Rakhimova

2024

JEIME

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“…In universities, there is immense pressure from management to achieve high profiles in notable journals coupled with ineffective editorial vigilance has been conducive to fraud, and sadly most of the fraud cases are detected by whistleblowers and Ph.D. students (Gross, 2016). Arend (2017) also showed that journals often fail to follow up with the complaints and remarks that are sent, so corruption remains persistent as there is little chance of actual exposure. While it is easy to simply heap the blame on the researcher, some researchers claim that this pressure exerted will hinder the ability to even recognize that is being done is immoral or unethical in the first place (Jones & Ryan, 1998).…”

Section: Scientific Misconductmentioning

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The Unwholesomeness of the Scientific Ecosystem in the Research Misconduct: A Breach of Duty

Ajaka,

Saab

2023

CALR no.14

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Science is an important fixture in the human experience, and it has emerged from the shrouds of magic and fallacies. Science is now how humans come to understand the world around them. It is also the basis for the evolution and technological advancement of today's society. There are two major schools of thought in science: the inductive and the deductive (Wills, 2022). The latter has received wider acceptance and governs the experimentation (Wang et al., 2020). However, this process is marred by scientific misconduct when some researchers do not adhere to the rules of science for a variety of reasons (Lee, 2016). This threatens to compromise the integrity of our technological status and might even lead to catastrophic consequences. Examples include the fraudulent study on the cancer-fighting properties of plants published by Dr. M.D. Anderson (Ackerman, 2012) and Joachim Boldt published studies indicating that colloids are safe to use contrary to previous studies (Blake, 2011). It is therefore imperative to recognize these instances of misconduct and uproot them from the scientific community. The article is a review that looks into the articles dealing with scientific misconduct to develop an overview of the subject at hand. These incidents can be detrimental to the health and well-being of human beings. It can hinder progress as well as cause untold harm by the re-emergence of diseases that have already been conquered. It is recommended that we foster a culture of scientific integrity where everyone is aware of the importance of this issue. Moreover, journals can be more diligent in their reviews and reliant on peer reviews.

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“…In post-publication peer review (PPPR), or simply post-publication analysis, including by members of the public (The Lancet 2020 ), individual or collective conscience drives individual academics or groups to seek ways to create a more “perfect” literature that is as free of error as possible, via the discovery and correction of those errors (Teixeira da Silva 2015a ; Arend 2019 ). Some of those discoveries may lead to retractions (Andersen and Wray 2019 ).…”

Section: Error Misconduct and Post-publication Peer Reviewmentioning

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A Synthesis of the Formats for Correcting Erroneous and Fraudulent Academic Literature, and Associated Challenges

Silva

2022

J Gen Philos Sci

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Academic publishing is undergoing a highly transformative process, and many established rules and value systems that are in place, such as traditional peer review (TPR) and preprints, are facing unprecedented challenges, including as a result of post-publication peer review. The integrity and validity of the academic literature continue to rely naively on blind trust, while TPR and preprints continue to fail to effectively screen out errors, fraud, and misconduct. Imperfect TPR invariably results in imperfect papers that have passed through varying levels of rigor of screening and validation. If errors or misconduct were not detected during TPR’s editorial screening, but are detected at the post-publication stage, an opportunity is created to correct the academic record. Currently, the most common forms of correcting the academic literature are errata, corrigenda, expressions of concern, and retractions or withdrawals. Some additional measures to correct the literature have emerged, including manuscript versioning, amendments, partial retractions and retract and replace. Preprints can also be corrected if their version is updated. This paper discusses the risks, benefits and limitations of these forms of correcting the academic literature. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s10838-022-09607-4.

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Conflicts of Interest as Corrupting the Checks and Balances in the Postpublication Oversight of Academic Business Journals

Cited by 9 publications

References 22 publications

Prospects for modernization of social and labor relations and reduction of conflicts and social tensions in the workplace

Prospects for modernization of social and labor relations and reduction of conflicts and social tensions in the workplace

The Unwholesomeness of the Scientific Ecosystem in the Research Misconduct: A Breach of Duty

A Synthesis of the Formats for Correcting Erroneous and Fraudulent Academic Literature, and Associated Challenges

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