Good Scientific Practice

Knowing and understanding basic rules and values of a responsible conduct of research is of primary importance to all researchers. This workshop therefore imparts important standards of good scientific practice, offers participants the possibility to discuss their own research work, and increases the awareness of misconduct.

Zielgruppe:

All doctoral candidates of Mainz University; recommended for the early phase of the doctorate

Ziele:

The participants will learn to recognize questionable scientific practice and misconduct and will develop appropriate solutions for difficult situations in the process of science, learning how to act appropriately. They are encouraged to speak with colleagues or with ombudspeople about mistakes and Problems.

Inhalte/Topics:

- Definitions of good scientific practice and scientific misconduct
- Areas of science which are prone to conflict
- Conflicts of interest and scientific cooperation
- Conflict management: how to deal with scientific misconduct
- The role of ombudspeople and whistleblowers
- Scientific Integrity vs. compliance
- Ethical principles and values of good scientific practice
- Primary prevention of scientific misconduct

Dieser Workshop wird vom Allgemeinen Promotionskolleg angeboten, auf dessen englischsprachiger Webseite Sie weitere Informationen finden.