HRA spotlight – Good Scientific Practice

In public, "good scientific practice" is often connected with cases of plagiarism when it comes to dissertations. The important topic covers a wider spectrum of scientific conduct: Dealing with data, the publishing process and authorship, responsible supervision, academic cooperation, conflicts of interest and dealing with conflicts. Scientific misconduct includes inventing or faking data, violating intellectual property and abuse of power.

With this HRA spotlight you are getting aware of the surprising dimension of good scientific practice. In addition to the information live session a total of one hour of independent online modules before and after the live session will be provided.

Learning outcome

• Develop investigative strategies/procedures/processes that take account of relevant scientific and other sources of information
• Critically evaluate data, draw conclusions from it, formulate actions and recommend further investigations where appropriate
• Beware of confirmation bias in planning, pursuing, and analyzing experiments
• Provide clear reports using appropriate methods of analysing, summarising and displaying information

HRA spotlight: The Hamburg Research Academy offers regular short information sessions on topics central to the doctoral and the postdoctoral career phase. Experts provide basic information and answer your questions.

This event is open to all HRA target groups. However, the content is geared to the needs of the listed target groups. Participation is free of charge, prior registration is requested. For further information please read the conditions of participation.