Conduct
their work in a manner that adheres to the highest principles of
scientific research so as to merit the confidence and trust of peers
and the public in particular regarding the rights of human subjects
and concern for the proper use of animals involved and provision for
suitable safeguards against environmental damage.
Avoid
scientific misconduct and expose and condemn it when recognized.
This includes: knowingly misrepresenting date, experimental
procedures or data analysis; plagiarism, improper inclusion or
exclusion of authors and willful exclusion of acknowledgments for
previous contributions.
Recognize
latitude for differences of scientific opinion in the interpretation
of scientific data and that such differences of opinion do not
constitute unethical conduct.
Disclose
sources of external financial support for, or significant financial
interests in the content of, research reports/publications and avoid
the manipulation of the release of such information for illegal
financial gain.
Report
results accurately, stating explicitly any known or suspected bias.
Opposing efforts to improperly modify data or conclusions and
offering professional advice only on those subjects concerning which
they themselves regard themselves competent through scientific
education, training, or experience.
Respect
the known ownership rights of others in scientific research and seek
prior authorization from the owner before disclosure or use of such
information including the contents of manuscripts submitted for
pre-publication review.
Support
in their research and among their employers the participation and
employment of all qualified persons regardless of race, gender,
creed, or national origin.
