Georgia Clinical & Translational Science Alliance (Georgia CTSA) provides consultations on ethical dilemmas in scientific research and professional integrity. We present case scenarios involving responsible conduct in research followed by a brief, expert opinion that suggests strategies for resolution.
We especially hope that these cases can provide useful teaching materials for college or university faculty who present lectures or courses on responsible conduct in research.
These cases and expert opinions are intended for instructional use and are copyrighted by Emory University.
The reproducibility of research findings is a crucial component of research practice for the simple reason that if findings cannot be reproduced, it might be an indication that they are not reliable. Science is a collective enterprise where researchers must be able to trust the integrity of each...
Published 01/05/17
This podcast examines a number of significant issues in the research mentor-mentee relationship including:
· The primary objective of the relationship
· The primary ethical feature of the advisor/mentor’s responsibility or role
· Positive and negative mentor traits
· Issues of concern in the...
Published 01/04/17