“Research and Publication Ethics: Principles, Practices, and Policies” examines the increasing relevance of moral behaviour in the field of scholarly publication and research. Maintaining the legitimacy of the academic community and the veracity of published research depends on guaranteeing ethical procedures given the fast increase of scholarly production. This book is designed to provide readers a complete knowledge of the ethical values that ought to guide scientists all through the research and publishing process. From the basic notions of research ethics to difficult subjects like scientific dishonesty, plagiarism, and conflicts of interest, the book addresses a broad spectrum of subjects. While providing workable answers for typical ethical problems, it underlines the need of keeping intellectual honesty and openness in research methods. It also emphasises worldwide norms and principles meant to let researchers remain compatible with world expectations, including those established by groups like COPE. Apart from delineating moral guidelines, the book provides readers with instruments to spot and control unethical behaviour in publishing, like predatory journals and authorship conflicts. This book gives academics the tools they need to negotiate the ever complicated terrain of research and publishing ethics by offering pragmatic insights. For everyone engaged in the transmission of academic information, it is a vital tool.