The Best of ASGE Endoscopy from DDW (On-Demand)

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Video Summary

The video discussed various scenarios and presented multiple choice questions related to ethical considerations in research publications. In the first scenario, the correct answer was B, which advised disclosing a lunch meeting with a pharmaceutical sales rep, even if it happened two years prior, as it could create a conflict of interest. The second scenario recommended conducting research on a soliciting journal and seeking colleagues' input before making a decision. In the third scenario, it was emphasized that copying and pasting the methods section from a previous article would be considered self-plagiarism, and the most ethical approach would be to rewrite the content. The fourth scenario discussed ethical ways to enhance a figure, with the acceptable options being enhancing contrast and adding arrows, while magnifying the image should be specified in the caption. In the fifth scenario, it was advised to include researchers from the developing country to avoid helicopter science and to ensure local understanding and benefit. Lastly, the video addressed the importance of considering diversity, equity, and inclusion in selecting researchers for a study, emphasizing the need for equal inclusion and fair treatment. No credits were mentioned for this video.

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Deborah Bowman, MFA, ELS, Sr. Managing Editor of Clinical Publications andStephanie Kinnan,MLA,Managing Editor of Clinical Publications

Keywords

ethical considerations

conflict of interest

self-plagiarism

enhancing figures

diversity