Trainings

This free course introduces the fundamental principles of research integrity and good scientific practice (GSP) in responsible research and innovation. It is designed to equip researchers and research professionals with essential knowledge to uphold ethical standards, prevent research misconduct, and promote transparency in scientific work.
Participants will explore core topics, including research ethics, data management, authorship, plagiarism, responsible open science, and best practices for supervision. The course also addresses current developments in research integrity and international regulatory frameworks.
Through case-based exercises and reflective discussions, learners will develop skills to identify ethical challenges, apply GSP in their work, and serve as knowledge multipliers within their institutions.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand core principles of research integrity and the key concepts of good scientific practice.
• Identify and apply ethical principles in research processes.
• Recognise forms of research misconduct and questionable research practices.
• Implement best practices in data management, authorship, and open science.
• Engage in critical reflection on responsible research and institutional responsibilities.
• Facilitate discussions and exercises to promote research integrity.

This course is designed for:

PhD Candidates and Early-Career Researchers

• Need foundational knowledge of research integrity and ethical best practices.
• Face challenges in navigating authorship, data management, and research ethics.
• Motivated by the need to ensure credibility and compliance with institutional policies.

Research Professionals and Advanced Researchers

• Require deeper understanding of research integrity and responsible open science.
• Need to address ethical challenges in research collaborations and supervision.
• Motivated by institutional responsibilities and the desire to uphold research excellence.

Supervisors, Research Managers, and Ombudspersons

• Need to foster ethical research environments and provide guidance on research integrity.
• Face challenges in preventing research misconduct and handling disputes.
• Motivated by the goal of creating a culture of responsible research practice.

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