Forgery, theft, sabotage – how can we remain honest in research? Good scientific practice as a compass in everyday science

Aims of the course "Good Scientific Practice" are to know and understand the basic rules and values of the responsible conduct of research and to recognize questionable scientific practice and misconduct. The participants will learn to develop appropriate solutions for difficult situations in the process of science and learn how act appropriately. They are encouraged to speak with colleagues or with ombudspersons
about mistakes and problems.

Contents of the course are:

• Definitions of good scientific practice and scientific misconduct
• Examples for responsible and irresponsible conduct of research
• Areas of science which are prone to conflict
• Data management
• Authorship and the process of publication
• Mentoring and supervision
• Conflict management: how to deal with scientific misconduct
• Rules and regulations

The course relies on the active involvement of the participants and features the following didactic elements: case discussions, problem based
learning in small groups, plenary discussion, information input.

This workshop will also be offered in German on 09 - 10 June 2016.