| Maastricht University

Despite the widely acknowledged importance of scientific integrity, until recently, it remained largely implicit. While most researchers are familiar with examples of fabrication, falsification and plagiarism (FFP) from the media, researchers will encounter less obvious scientific integrity dilemmas throughout their careers. Examples are authorship issues and difficulties publishing null-finding. Thus, worldwide, nationwide and at Maastricht University, awareness should be raised. Furthermore, there should be a provision for researchers to engage in discussions about dilemmas and challenges within a safe group.

Objectives

Raise awareness.
Differentiate between questionable research practise and responsible research practise in all phases of research.
Acquire knowledge on where to find guidelines.
Integrate and solidify ethical practices into daily research routine.
Develop skills to speak up in case of concerns.
Engage in discussions regarding scientific integrity issues within a safe and supportive environment.

Course overview

Overview
Target group	FHML/MUMC+ PhD students in their second year, who participated in the course on Research Ethics & Integrity from the UM general PhD trainings programme
Language	English
Number of participants	18-24
Workload	1 ECTS
Meetings	Five meetings of 1.5-2 hours (see schedule below)
Frequency	One meeting every three weeks (see schedule below)
Certificate	Participants who attend >78% of the meetings will get an electronic certificate; the last meeting is obligatory
Course fee	Free for FHML/MUMC+ PhD students
Location	Zoom
Method	Problem-based learning in break-out rooms with approximately 6 participants

Dates upcoming course

Meeting	Week	Date	Time^*	Duration
1	48	25 November 2024	12.30 - 14:00 hrs	1½ hours
2	51	16 December 2024	12:30 - 14:30 hrs	2 hours
3	3	13 January 2024	12:30 - 14:30 hrs	2 hours
4	6	3 February 2024	12.30 - 14:00 hrs	1½ hours
5	7	10 February 2024	12:30 - 14:30 hrs	2 hours

*Meeting time: always Monday’s starting at 12.30 PM

Registration

To register for SCIIN-ID, please fill out the registration form below. For more information, please send an email to Marjan Drukker at the following address: sciin-id-fhml@maastrichtuniversity.nl.