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Research Integrity: a suspicion of violation - now what?

 The continuum from good to bad

Research integrity is about quality: how can I make my research better, more nuanced, robust or reliable? Good research practices contribute to this.

If a research action compromises the quality of the work, we refer to this as bad research practices.

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level: algemeen
tags: integriteit   integrity   kwaliteitsbeoordeling   quality assessment  

Scopus: hoe vind je er de ranking van een tijdschrift?

Om in Scopus de ranking van een tijdschrift te vinden, ga je naar de databank en selecteer je Sources of ga via deze link rechtstreeks naar Sources toe.

Scopus is een multidisciplinaire, bibliografische databank (bundelt zowel alfa, beta als gamma wetenschappen) waarin je ook citaatgericht kan zoeken. De databank bevat …

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level: algemeen
tags: databank  

Publiceren: wat kan de Universitaire Stichting voor mij betekenen?

De Universitaire Stichting organiseert academische activiteiten en debatten en ondersteunt het onderzoek door het verlenen van subsidies voor wetenschappelijke publicaties. Zoals onder onder voorwaarden bij het publiceren in en van wetenschappelijke:

  • boeken
  • tijdschriften
  • artikels 

Meer info hierover vind je op de website van de Universitaire Stichting.

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level: algemeen
tags: artikel   tijdschrift  

Research integrity for trainers: knowledge clip 3 (of 7): the good researcher

This knowledge clip is intended for (potential) trainers and teachers in research integrity. There are 6 more knowledge clips - see further in this tip for more background. 

 

Knowledge clip 3: the good researcher  

In the exercise ‘the good researcher’ the trainees identify the characteristics of a good researcher. …

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level: algemeen
tags: ethics   ethiek   integriteit   integrity   kwaliteitsbeoordeling   lecture   lezing   quality assessment  

Searching: what is the snowball search method?

The snowball search method is a way of tracking down related works by using the bibliography or reference list at the end of an article as your starting point. After all, there's a good chance that the sources the author has consulted while writing will be relevant to your own …

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level: algemeen
tags: article   database   search engines   search strategy  

Web of Science (WoS): introduction

Web of Science (WoS) is a portal of several scholarly databases. Ghent University has access to:

  • Science Citation Index (SCI)
  • Social Science Citation Index (SSCI)
  • Arts & Humanities Citation Index (AHCI)
  • Conference Proceedings Citation Index - Science (CPCI-S)
  • Conference Proceedings Citation Index - Social Science & Humanities (CPCI-SSH)
  • Emerging Sources …
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level: algemeen
tags: article   database   evaluate   FEA   journal   library   sfx  

Critical reading: how to read a scientific article

A scientific article might be short, but it is usually dense in information, which can make it harder to read. Below, you can find some tips.

 

General guidelines
  • Take notes while you read to make sure you understand what you're reading.
  • Don't know a word? Look it up and …
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level: algemeen
tags: artikel   evalueren  

GenAI: Overview of information about (Gen)AI at Ghent University

There is a good chance that you will come into contact with (gen)AI in the context of your research. Perhaps you want to use (gen)AI to support your research?  Perhaps you want to study (gen)AI or a specific application for your research? Or maybe you want to develop (Gen)AI yourself? …

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level: algemeen
tags: ethics   ethiek   integriteit   integrity  

GenAI: Translating Research Integrity into Responsible (Gen)AI Use

As a member of Ghent University, you are expected to demonstrate (research) integrity. (Gen)AI may not be used to infringe upon or to justify any violation of research integrity. Researchers must also take all necessary precautions to prevent unintentional violations. 

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level: algemeen
tags: ethics   ethiek   integriteit   integrity  

GDPR: what are some things to consider when using (online) survey tools?

When using an (online) survey tool to collect personal data for your research , you need to make sure that the tool is GDPR compliant and that you follow the GDPR principles when using it.

UGent has a campus licence for Qualtrics since 1 January 2022. Other survey tools are …

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level: algemeen
tags: GDPR   research data management  

The research data lifecycle: What is it?

The research data lifecycle is a key concept within Research Data Management (RDM). It describes the different stages research data go through before, during, and after a research project. Various data management activities take place within each stage of the data lifecycle, and the choices made in one stage influence …

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level: algemeen
tags: research data management  

GenAI: Using (Gen)AI for peer review and evaluations

Generative AI (GenAI) is increasingly becoming part of our daily lives, and (Gen)AI applications can be used for many different tasks. However, this does not mean that its use is always permitted or that it is ethical and responsible. Are you allowed to use (Gen)AI to evaluate an article, research …

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level: algemeen
tags: academic writing   academisch schrijven   article   artikel   auteursrecht   AVG   copyright   ethics   ethiek   evaluate   evalueren   FWO   GDPR   grant   integriteit   integrity   kwalitatief onderzoek   kwaliteitsbeoordeling   quality assessment   tijdschrift  

Searching: what is a citation search?

A citation search can go forward or backward in time. If you go forward in time, you look for the sources that cited your original article. If you go back in time, you look for the sources cited by your original article (also called "snowball search").

 

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level: algemeen
tags: article   database   search engines   search strategy  

Reporting guidelines: welke zijn er voor een studie en een systematische review?

In internationale reporting guidelines staat gepubliceerd aan welke criteria een studie of systematische review bij voorkeur voldoet om de transparantie van rapportering te bevorderen en reporting bias te vermijden. Op de webpagina’s over “Publiceren" op de website van het Kenniscentrum voor de Gezondheidszorg Gent (in deze sectie 'Aan welke …

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level: algemeen
tags: artikel   FFW   FGE   systematische review   tijdschrift  

Research assessment: How can you evaluate a science team?

Where possible, Ghent University's vision on research evaluation is also applied to the evaluation of science teams. This is the case, for example, with the Interdisciplinary Research Consortia aimed at societal impact (IDC). Some teams are not formally evaluated, but are looking for inspiration to evaluate their work on …

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level: algemeen
tags: evaluate   quality assessment  

GDPR: what are some things to consider when processing personal data from minors?

When processing personal data of minors (children under the age of 18), they are entitled to specific protection, as they are often less aware of their rights and the potential risks and/or consequences associated with the processing of their data.

Transparancy

Like adults, minors should be informed about what personal …

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level: algemeen
tags: ethics   GDPR   research data management  

Research assessment: guideline for responsible evaluation

Each research evaluation at Ghent University adheres to eight principles, which together ensure that research can be evaluated in a responsible and high-quality manner.

More on Responsible research assessment

1. The evaluation is necessary

It is necessary, useful and meaningful for Ghent University to organize this evaluation at this …

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level: algemeen
tags: evaluate   quality assessment  

EndNote: what is it?

EndNote is software supporting:

  • information management: collect information in one place, group in a relevant structure, comment, add keywords and much more;
  • referencing, footnotes and a bibliography: add references in a text, using the correct reference style ("output style"), make or change reference styles, set up bibliographic lists.

Using reference …

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level: algemeen
tags: refer   refereren  

Presenteren: hoe doe je dat?

Bekijk via het studentenportaal het leerpad op Ufora: "Presenteren kan je leren".  Dit loodst je door het hele presentatieproces, van voorbereiding tot applaus. 

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level: algemeen
tags: lezing  

Open Access to your publications

Open Access refers to the practice of making peer-reviewed scholarly research and literature freely available online to anyone interested.

Open means anyone can freely access, use, modify, and share for any purpose, subject, at most, to requirements that preserve provenance and openness. It does not affect authors' freedom to choose …

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level: algemeen
tags: academic writing   article   journal   open access   open science  

Automatic alerts on recent publications: a how-to

The website JournalTOCs provides Tables of Contents (ToC) for many journals.

You can receive e-mail alerts of new issues after (free) registration.

 

Many (scholarly) databases allow you to subscribe to alerts as well, so you can stay informed on new content via e-mail or RSS feeds. Check …

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level: algemeen
tags: article   journal  

Research integrity for trainers: knowledge clip 6 (of 7): the middle position

This knowledge clip is intended for (potential) trainers and teachers in research integrity. There are 6 more knowledge clips - see further in this tip for more background.   Knowledge clip 6: the middle position

One of the most interesting and meaningful things to do in a research integrity training …

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level: algemeen
tags: ethics   ethiek   integriteit   integrity   kwaliteitsbeoordeling   lecture   lezing   quality assessment  

GDPR: What should I consider when using social media data for scientific research?

 

Social media contain an ever-increasing source of information and data. More and more (sensitive) (personal) data is published on social media profiles by the users themselves. But to what extent may this data then be used to base research on, for instance? Consideration must in any case be given …

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level: algemeen
tags: AVG   GDPR   research data management  

Zotero: how to cite in Word or LibreOffice

The Zotero client also automatically installs a plugin for your word processor. If you want to cite from your Zotero library, always start Zotero first and then Word so that all plugins load correctly. Depending on the word processor you use, the Zotero plugin looks like a tab at the …

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level: algemeen
tags: refer  

Zotero: how to install Zotero?

Zotero is a bibliographic software manager. You can compare it to EndNote. The main difference is that it is free and offers a group library option. EndNote, however, has more options for creating your own style. Both are compatible: you can import and export libraries between the two.

Installing the … Read more

level: algemeen
tags: refer  

FAIR: What are the FAIR data principles?

FAIR refers to a set of attributes that enable and enhance the reuse of data (and other digital objects) by both humans and machines. The 'FAIR' acronym stands for:

  • Findable
  • Accessible
  • Interoperable
  • Reusable

The FAIR principles originated in the life sciences, but can also be applied …

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level: algemeen
tags: integrity   open science   research data management  

Ufora: wetenschappelijke bronnen koppelen in een cursus

In Ufora, het leerplatform van de UGent, kan je wetenschappelijke bronnen linken per inhoud of (sub)module van een cursus. Hieronder lees je stapsgewijs hoe je zelf koppelingen maakt naar documenten/bestanden en webpagina's in Ufora. 

Merk op dat enkel cursusbeheerders en lesgevers aanpassingen kunnen doen aan een cursus en/of (sub)modules. …

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level: algemeen
tags: bibliotheek   databank  

CrimRxiv

CrimRxiv is a field-specific open access repository where you can publish both preprints and postprints of articles in the field of criminology in open access. It is the only repository dedicated specifically to papers in criminology. By making research available (in the form of pre- and postprints) in green open access, …

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level: algemeen
tags: FRE   open access   open science  

Start a Diamond Open Access Journal

Via the Open Access platform UGent

The University Library Ghent offers a publication platform for (UGent) editors of open access journals via https://openjournals.ugent.be/.  Existing journals as well as brand new ones can use the platform to publish their journal online. 

Not only can you publish the articles, you can …

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level: algemeen
tags: journal   open access   open science  

Data analysis resources

Are you looking for some resources to improve your data science skills, or information on software like R and RStudio? We'll give you a few options below.

Data analysis examples by UCLA

The webpage data analysis examples by UCLA lists a number of statistical analysis techniques and their application …

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level: algemeen
tags: FPP