Belgian Code of Ethics for Scientific Research

What is this about?

The “Code of Ethics for Scientific Research in Belgium” establishes the major principles of ethically justified scientific practice in Belgium. As the code already dates from 2009, many consider it to be out of date. All Flemish universities no longer refer to it and have replaced it by the ALLEA code.

Why is this important?

National ethics guidelines can stimulate good research practices by presenting guidance of what constitutes good scientific practice in a specific country.