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26.02.2026

New contribution February 2026

We are pleased to be able to provide the following new contribution that has been included in commenting, thereby expanding and enriching the portal.

28.01.2026

Einstein Foundation Award 2026

Together with the BIH QUEST Center for Responsible Research, the Einstein Foundation Berlin is looking for efforts and ideas aimed at fundamentally enhancing the reliability of research until April 30, 2026.

29.10.2025

New contribution October 2025

We are pleased to be able to provide the following new contribution that has been included in commenting, thereby expanding and enriching the portal.

18.09.2025

Workshop: “Mediation and Conflict Management for Ombudspersons”

Announcement: Workshop for Ombudspersons 2026

10.09.2025

New Website on Funding Acknowledgements

Funding acknowledgements embed core principles of good research practice into everyday publishing. By disclosing the source of funding and the grant number under which it is administered, they strengthen transparency and traceability. A clear statement of ...

03.09.2025

New contributions September 2025

We are pleased to be able to provide the following new contribution as well as an update for the comment on mitigating bias that have been included in commenting, thereby expanding and enriching the portal.

23.07.2025

New contributions July 2025

We are pleased to be able to provide the following new contributions that have been included in commenting, thereby expanding and enriching the portal.

26.05.2025

New contributions May 2025

We are pleased to be able to provide the following new contribution as well as an update for the notes on implementation that have been included in commenting, thereby expanding and enriching the portal.

24.04.2025

New contributions April 2025

We are pleased to be able to provide the following new contributions that have been included in commenting, thereby expanding and enriching the portal.

20.03.2025

New contributions March 2025

We are pleased to be able to provide the following new contributions that have been included in commenting, thereby expanding and enriching the portal.

30.01.2025

Einstein Foundation Award 2025

Together with the BIH QUEST Center for Responsible Research, the Einstein Foundation Berlin is looking for efforts and ideas aimed at fundamentally enhancing the reliability of research until April 30, 2025.

15.08.2024

Workshop dates 2025 and new contributions

We are pleased to be able to provide the following new contributions that have been included in commenting, thereby expanding and enriching the portal.

16.05.2024

New contributions

We are pleased to be able to provide the following new contributions that have been included in commenting, thereby expanding and enriching the portal.

15.03.2024

Use of Generative Models for Text and Image Creation in the DFG’s Funding Activities

The DFG has formulated initial guidelines for dealing with generative models for text and image creation. Among other things, this results in concrete guidelines for applicants in the DFG's funding activities.

22.02.2024

Einstein Foundation Award 2024

Together with the BIH QUEST Center for Responsible Research, the Einstein Foundation Berlin is looking for efforts and ideas aimed at fundamentally enhancing the reliability of research until April 30, 2024.

05.10.2023

Annual Report of the Ombuds Committee for Research Integrity in Germany for 2022

The current annual report of the Ombuds Committee for Research Integrity in Germany for 2022 was presented in the DFG Senate and is now available for download.

29.09.2023

New links on research integrity

In addition to creating new contributions, this portal also refers to relevant external texts. With this in mind, we would like to draw attention to the latest entries in our "link lists".

21.08.2023

DFG film “Unbiased Review”

In order to ensure that assessment is based purely on scientific criteria, a short film is provided along with recommendations for action and more background material.

19.06.2023

New contributions

We are pleased to be able to provide the following new contributions and updates that have been included in commenting, thereby expanding and enriching the portal.

03.12.2022

Implementation of the Code by research institutuions

Please use the relevant guide and the samples for implementation.

28.11.2022

New contributions

We are pleased to be able to provide the following new contributions that have been included in commenting on guideline 13, thereby expanding and enriching the portal.

17.11.2022

New contribution

We are pleased to be able to provide the following new contribution that has been included in commenting on guideline 3, thereby expanding and enriching the portal.

20.04.2022

Extension of the transition period for implementing the Code

The DFG General Assembly decided to extend the transitional period for implementing the Code until summer 2023.

20.04.2022

Overview of new contributions in 2021

We are pleased to be able to provide the following overview of the contributions that have been included in 2021 commenting on some of the guidelines, thereby expanding and enriching the portal with further practical examples from the academic community.

28.04.2021

About this portal

The core component of the online portal “Research Integrity” is the commentary on the so-called Level 3 of the Code of Conduct “Guidelines for Safeguarding Good Research Practice”.

28.04.2021

FAQ on Declaration of Obligation of Compliance

frequently asked questions on Declaration of Obligation of Compliance

28.04.2021

Process Guideline for Good Research Practice

The procedure in cases of conflict in connection with good research practice is explained and presented on a step-by-step basis.

28.04.2021

Courses on good scientific practice

Training programmes

28.04.2021

The DFG procedure in cases of suspected scientific misconduct

Observance of the rules of good scientific practice is the basis of trustworthy research. The DFG therefore sets forth rules of procedure for dealing with cases of suspected research misconduct within its area of responsibility. In doing so, the DFG also ...

28.04.2021

Recognition of the Rules of Procedure for Dealing with Scientific Misconduct (VerfOwF)

The submission of a proposal or draft proposal to the DFG entails the obligation to comply with the principles of good research practice and to recognise the Rules of Procedure for Dealing with Scientific Misconduct (VerfOwF).

28.04.2021

Contact the DFG Research Integrity Team

The DFG conducts its own proceedings to review allegations of scientific misconduct if the case falls within its area of responsibility.

28.04.2021

Implementation of the Code by higher education institutions and non-HEI research institutions

Implementation and recognition is possible according to different variants.

28.04.2021

DFG Guidelines for Avoiding Conflicts of Interest

At each stage of the proposal process, the DFG Head Office examines whether any appearance of bias, favouritism or conflict of interest may exist.

28.04.2021

About the Code of Conduct

The steps involved in good research work are presented covering the various stages of the research process. The fact that a variety of stakeholders from the research landscape are involved in commenting on the standards makes the portal more appealing and ...

22.04.2021

Principles of effective career support in academia

Recommendations for supporting researchers in early career phases

11.12.2020

Extension of the transition period for implementing the Code

The DFG General Assembly decided to extend the transitional period for implementing the Code until summer 2022.
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