The students and young scientists of the FEBS Junior Section have launched the "Scientific publishing: expanding boundaries towards excellence" webinars in collaboration with FEBS Press and its four journals. The webinar series is aimed at guiding early-career scientists and students towards excellence in scientific publishing and research integrity. The webinars will be held by members of the Editorial Offices of the FEBS Press journals. During the talks, participants will have a chance to learn from experts, enhance their knowledge in the field, and ask questions.

The next webinar focuses on “Ethical Publishing” by Dr. Daniela Ruffell, Publisher at FEBS Press.

• Title: Ethical Publishing
• Date and Time: 26th of November 2026, 16:00 CET
• Speaker: Dr. Daniela Ruffell, Publisher at FEBS Press
• Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_q4MXs5wHRyaQeDSmyrlPDQ 

Abstract

Publishing a research paper is a milestone in a scientists’ career, but authorship carries significant ethical responsibilities. This webinar will explore best practice in publication ethics, from the choice of journal to data presentation and accessibility, covering standards for reporting, data integrity, and author behaviour. By examining real-world examples of unethical publishing, we will discuss consequences, and outline strategies to ensure responsible conduct throughout the publication process.

Speaker’s Biosketch

Daniela Ruffell is the Publisher at FEBS Press, the publishing platform of the four journals owned by FEBS. She obtained a joint PhD from the European Molecular Biology Laboratory and the University of Heidelberg. Her research focused on the role of the transcription factor C/EBPβ in macrophage polarization during inflammation. Daniela entered the world of science publishing in 2006 through an internship at The EMBO Journal. She joined FEBS Press as an Editor for FEBS Letters in 2007, and served as Managing Editor of FEBS Letters from 2014 to 2024.