Nowadays,publishing scientific papers in per-reviewed journals of high impact-factor is vital for researchers success because,without enough publications,the possibilities to get funded and/or to get promoted at their universities or institutes are very slim.The aim of this talk is to discuss some ethical issues encountered during publication of scientific articles.Specific questions will be discussed: Who is considered an author? Can I publish the same data in different papers? What are the main publication rules and protocols followed in the West World? Is there an “occidental” ethics in publishing? This talk contributes to increase awareness of ethical matters relevant to scientific investigation and publication,facilitating new discussions among researchers and scientists.