Responsible Research & Ethics
Event details
This session is suitable for Postgraduate Researchers, Research staff and Research Enabling staff.
All those engaged with research are expected to maintain the highest standards of research integrity, from initial conception and conduct of the research through to dissemination and application.
During this highly interactive session you will be encouraged to consider and discuss real case scenarios and case studies based on a variety of ethical dilemmas and challenges faced by researchers in different fields. These discussions will help you develop a deeper understanding of the principles of research integrity and the importance of ethical decision-making in your work.
We will talk about the Trusted Research initiative and how it aims to help researchers manage the risks presented by international research activities and to ensure that the research is undertaken in compliance with UK law.
In addition, this session will provide guidance on managing research data and advice on undertaking Data Protection compliant research.
Learning objectives
- Apply the University guidelines and procedures relating to ethics and integrity including the process for ethical approval at York to your research
- Engage with debates and discussion about research integrity scenarios
- Identify common ethical issues that might arise in relation to research
- Recognise your obligations under the Data Protection Act and where to get additional support and guidance.