The publishing conduct of scientists is increasingly becoming the object of science-based ethical considerations. Studies have shown that questionable publishing conduct is not a rare phenomenon in this area. National and international scientific organisations are making recommendations about...

Since the public has vehemently debated financial scandals like Enron or WorldCom numerous articles asked for ethical responsibility from auditors. The financial scandals were also seen as ethical scandals. A Code of Ethics with moral content could be a potential remedy but the crucial question...