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July 26, 2026Journal of Empirical Research on Human Research Ethics

Systemic Drivers of Unethical Practices in Academic Publishing: A Qualitative Study of Institutional Pressures and AI Use

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AKArthur William Fodouop Kouam

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Qualitative study explores unethical publishing influenced by institutional pressures and AI use, suggesting systemic solutions.

Key Points

  • This study aims to uncover systemic factors leading to unethical practices in academic publishing by examining institutional pressures and AI use.
  • Qualitative design utilizing semi-structured interviews and observations
  • Sample comprised of 30 participants including university lecturers, postgraduate students, journal editors, and research support professionals
  • Focus on interactions affecting ethical standards in publishing
  • Participants reported that competition for publication encourages unethical practices like author manipulation and misuse of AI tools
  • Concerns were raised regarding editorial and financial arrangements adversely impacting the peer-review process
  • The study highlights the need for institutional reforms and guidance on ethical AI use to enhance research integrity

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Arthur William Fodouop Kouam (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a65a84ed3aea3239cd78c1fhttps://doi.org/10.1177/15562646261463812
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