Ethical Issues in Science Research Writing in Nigeria

Abstract

To ensure the ethical conduct of research and the welfare of research participants, ethical considerations in research are of the utmost importance. The ethical problems with research writing are examined in this journal from a scientific viewpoint. It focuses on the fundamental ethical principles that ought to direct research, underlines the particular difficulties experienced by Science researchers, and provides tactics for encouraging ethical research writing in Nigerian settings. The quality and legitimacy of scholarly work are critically dependent on ethical considerations in research writing. This abstract examines the scientific viewpoint on ethical issues in research writing, highlighting significant difficulties and potential remedies to provide suitable challenges. It is imperative to uphold research ethics in public and private Institutions with particular reference to the sciences in Universities, Polytechnics and Research Institutes, where all Master's and Doctoral candidates' reports are checked for plagiarism using Turnitin or other plagiarism-checking Instruments. These issues demand attention to foster transparency in authorship contributions, raise awareness about reputable publishing outlets, disclose funding sources, and promote research that respects the diverse cultural contexts within and outside Nigeria. In conclusion, this abstract underscores the urgency of addressing these ethical challenges to uphold research conduct standards and maintain credibility among scientific scholars.