Can I present the results of a paper that is currently under review?

Question

Among the presentations in a major conference, I attended one where the author cited a paper (of theirs) under review in another major conference. Not only cited it, but showed some of its results.I have the impression that it should not be possible, since there's the potential risk of influencing reviewers who could also be in the room during the presentation. Or is it only "good practice" not to do so?

Answer 1

You realize, of course, that you're asking for an ethical call rather than a practical call.

I would say that yes, you can cite the research provided that you properly attribute it and honestly address the caveats you recognize. It's submitted research that's not yet established and peer-reviewed. As long as you honestly attribute it – and are prepared to defend why you're representing it the way you are in your presentation – I can't see a scenario why you wouldn't want to do it.