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From The Embassy of Good Science
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This is yet one more of several [[Springer Nature ‘continuing to investigate the concerns raised’ about paper linking obesity and lying|cases]] of a study that has been retracted following concerns that its conclusions might cause damage to certain minority groups. Questions on whether certain conclusion from research on animals can be transferable (without strong evidence) to human are also raised. Finally, whilst in supporting an argument researchers need to carefully choose the literature as appropriate, '''citing selectively to enhance own findings'''"`UNIQ--nowiki-0000003C-QINU`"'' (ECCRI, 2017: 6)'"`UNIQ--ref-0000003D-QINU`"' is considered as unacceptable practice.
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It shows that it is not only peer-reviewed journal publications that should accurately uphold norms of academic integrity, but the communication of other forms of research (e.g. journalism) should also remain accurate and factual. +
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This poster is an example of an uncomplicated, low-cost, and easy to disseminate initiative to stress the importance of research integrity and emphasize the importance of good supervision as a cornerstone of research practice. Moreover, the poster reminds all types of supervisors (principal investigator, research coordinator, academic advisor, mentor) to their responsibilities as such. +
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It highlights the importance of institutional practices on research oversight and integrity that could serve as safeguards against research misconduct and other ethics failures. +
The main role of the Controller's office is to foster and encourage research integrity and adherence to research ethics in all research and academic institutions. This includes encouraging institutions to adhere to standards, studying current ethical guidelines, investigating cases of misconduct and promoting collaboration. Thus, it is an important landmark in encouraging academic integrity in the scientific community in Lithuania. +
Not only does this document describe in detail the definitions and organizational requirements of all scientific educational and research institutions, it also explains basic underlying principles such as academic freedom, openness, accountability to society and personal responsibility. Since it is legally binding, it is important that all those involved in research are aware of these tenets. +
Training supervisors is essential to ensure effective mentorship, ethical guidance, and the promotion of a positive research culture. Supervisors play a critical role in shaping the professional development of researchers by modeling responsible conduct, providing clear communication, and addressing challenges proactively. Well-trained supervisors are better equipped to foster collaboration, handle conflicts, and guide their mentees in navigating ethical dilemmas, ultimately enhancing the quality and integrity of research outcomes. +
Training supervisors is essential to ensure effective mentorship, ethical guidance, and the promotion of a positive research culture. Supervisors play a critical role in shaping the professional development of researchers by modeling responsible conduct, providing clear communication, and addressing challenges proactively. Well-trained supervisors are better equipped to foster collaboration, handle conflicts, and guide their mentees in navigating ethical dilemmas, ultimately enhancing the quality and integrity of research outcomes. +
This policy brief matters because research and innovation funding often lacks mechanisms to integrate societal voices meaningfully, yet such inclusion can lead to more relevant, responsible and insightful outcomes. By documenting real-life experiments of RFOs, the brief provides evidence-based guidance to funding agencies on how to design participatory processes ethically and effectively. It helps address the “how” of inclusive research governance not just the “why”. Ensuring that funding decisions, programme design and evaluation incorporate societal input boosts transparency, legitimacy and alignment with public needs strengthening trust in science and innovation. +
Charter of ethics and guiding principles of scientific research in Lebanon' is important because it ensures credibility and trust in research by providing both preventive and corrective guidance. It prevents misconduct by educating researchers on standards, and offers frameworks for addressing violations fairly. In today’s interconnected research environment, having shared ethical codes strengthens international collaboration and consistency. For governments, institutions, and the public, this document demonstrates commitment to transparency, fairness, and societal responsibility. It is not just a guideline but a foundation for safeguarding the reliability of research outcomes. +
This resource is helpful for researchers interested in knowing their legal liability, the range of actors who may pursue legal action against them, and specific areas of practice where they may face lawsuits. It may also be helpful for researchers' legal representation as a way to begin familiarizing themselves with case law.'"`UNIQ--references-0000014C-QINU`"' +
This compilation is important because it strengthens the '''competence, consistency, and professionalism''' of Research Ethics Committees (RECs). High-quality ethical review is essential to protect research participants, ensure scientific integrity, and uphold public trust. By providing accessible and structured online training options, the document helps both new and experienced REC members build knowledge on ethical principles, regulations, and practical decision-making. It also supports harmonisation across institutions and countries, reducing variability in ethics review processes. Ultimately, these resources enable RECs to make better-informed evaluations, address emerging ethical challenges, and contribute to responsible, transparent, and ethically sound research practices. +
This compilation is important because it provides RIOs with reliable, accessible, and practical tools to strengthen their capacity to support integrity across the research process. High-quality training helps research integrity officers make informed decisions, handle allegations consistently, and advise researchers effectively. With growing expectations for transparency, accountability, and responsible research conduct, institutions need well-trained integrity professionals who can manage complex cases and promote a culture of good practice. By gathering diverse, vetted training options in one place, the document reduces institutional barriers, promotes harmonisation across Europe, and supports the development of robust research integrity systems. +
Code of Ethics for Researchers' is important because it ensures credibility and trust in research by providing both preventive and corrective guidance. It prevents misconduct by educating researchers on standards, and offers frameworks for addressing violations fairly. In today’s interconnected research environment, having shared ethical codes strengthens international collaboration and consistency. For governments, institutions, and the public, this document demonstrates commitment to transparency, fairness, and societal responsibility. It is not just a guideline but a foundation for safeguarding the reliability of research outcomes. +
In addition to the law of 2009, this legislation aims to improve the quality of education and research and to promote innovation through various means, such as establishing integrated centers for business and science, creating a center for quality assessment in education and research, appointing ombudspersons for academic ethics and evaluating higher educational institutions. +
PhD students learn how to do research from principal investigators (PIs). However, science often progresses very rapidly, and not all PIs are always aware of the most recent developments and new perspectives. To remedy this problem, the course provides early career researchers with tools for self-learning that help them to navigate competently and confidently through scientific fields characterized by rapid progress and change. +
Cross-boundary collaboration (between disciplines, countries, institutions) is becoming more common to address scientific problems and societal challenges that are difficult to answer from one discipline or setting. It is important to understand the types of problems that can arise during such collaborations. +
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This LMS is important because it provides '''accessible, structured training''' on key aspects of ethical and regulatory practice in health research, aligned with the '''MRC’s expectations'''. High-quality e-learning helps researchers and staff understand ethical principles, legal requirements, and good research standards, improving compliance and research quality. The availability of assessments and certificates also supports professional development and institutional training programmes. Especially for those involved in clinical or data-intensive research, this centralised platform enhances understanding of complex topics like confidentiality, data protection, and human tissue legislation, helping reduce errors and ensure ethical conduct. +
The case shows the extent of adverse consequences for researchers, patients and research institutes when proper ethical guidelines and practices are not followed. +
Presented by the American Sociological Association, this is an interesting case for research and academic professionals in every field. It poses some thought provoking questions as to one’s ethical obligations towards fulfilling the roles that come with one’s post.
It also gives a glimpse of how competing responsibilities may allow a fall in performance and how academic institutions and their employees can work together towards coming to mutual understanding and agreement on how to promote high standards and improvement. +
