Periodic Reporting for period 3 - EnTIRE (Mapping Normative Frameworks for EThics and Integrity of REsearch)
Período documentado: 2019-11-01 hasta 2021-10-31
All of these sections of the platform are open for the contributions of users who can directly add or edit content. Through a commitment to open source and open data approaches The Embassy of Good Science aims to become a dynamic, customer-tailored, up-to date, sustainable, user-friendly on-line platform. To achieve this goal an appealing, high-quality, user-friendly platform experience was created and made available at https://www.embassy.science/.
In terms of overall achieved objectives, the project has:
1) conducted and implemented the results of an in-depth stakeholder consultation across EU countries (WP2);
2) made available a collection of the relevant normative elements, including RE+RI rules and procedures (WP3), a list of educational materials, relevant institutions and experts across EU countries (WP4) and a collection of illustrative cases and scenarios (WP5);
3) developed a user-friendly platform to facilitate access to RE+RI knowledge and experience, support application in research and evaluation and foster uptake of ethical standards and responsible conduct of research (WP6);
4) fostered the further development of the RE+RI community, by establishing a dedicated Community Section for RE+RI initiatives to support collaboration, dissemination, and use of the Embassy (WP7).
The core principles that the Embassy of Good Science stands for have been described in a declaration, below, which describes the platform’s identity and aim.
Taking better care of good science
Public trust in science is crucial. As researchers, we see questionable scientific practices and external pressures. Safeguarding ethics and integrity in scientific research is more important than ever. Yet in Europe there is no central resource containing detailed information on how to perform science responsibly and with integrity. Therefore, we are strongly committed to building a new online platform for the research community.
Inspiring researchers to foster trust
We aim to improve understanding and awareness around good science. Not by naming and shaming but by taking a positive approach that will set a standard for all of us. We are convinced that integrity in research will benefit from a transparent and up-to-date platform. This will inspire current and future generations of researchers. If we as a community don’t act to foster good science, who will?
Enabling our community to take control
The new platform will offer help to anyone seeking support in handling day-to-day research practices and dilemmas. It will provide relevant rules and best-practice guidelines, cases and tools for learning and education. The ultimate goal is for the research community itself to actively participate in the platform – and take control of it. Together, we will share experiences and insights, deepening understanding and continuously contributing to the development of good science.
And that’s where you come in!