International Committee of Medical Journal Editors
The International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) is a group of editors from leading medical journals. Established in 1968, its primary goal is to improve the quality of medical research and publication. The ICMJE develops guidelines for authors, reviewers, and editors to ensure ethical practices in medical publishing.
One of the most notable contributions of the ICMJE is the Uniform Requirements for Manuscripts Submitted to Biomedical Journals. This document outlines standards for manuscript preparation and publication ethics, helping to maintain integrity in the field of medical research. The ICMJE also addresses issues like authorship criteria and conflicts of interest.