Good scientific practice

FAU believes that storing and managing research data is crucial for successful, sustainable research and scientific integrity. It is essential that research data are handled responsibly and methodically. If the University, its members and the general public are to benefit, this must not only be encouraged but also made a requirement, and it is important to raise awareness of research data and FAIR principles in the long term.

Rules and regulations for ensuring good scientific practice

Through its legal obligations, FAU is responsible for ensuring good scientific practice in research and teaching. FAU has therefore developed regulations based on the recommendations of the German Research Foundation. In spite of the differences between the research disciplines, these guidelines provide guidance on good scientific practice across the board.

Research integrity: Publications, data and ethical standards

Ombudsperson and commission

Ombudsperson and website of the Commission for the Investigation of Scientific Misconduct

For doctoral degrees at FAU

Information about the supervision and the doctoral degree procedure