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FAQ on confidentiality and neutrality of review processes and discussions
23.04.2021 –
Comment on: GL16 (faq)
Confidentiality and neutrality in reviews and consultations in the life sciences
03.12.2020 – Research results in the life sciences can relate directly to socially relevant aspects such as prevention, disease, nutrition and environmental issues. Conscientious, prudent handling of the information contained in project proposals as well as the ...
Comment on: GL16 (Life sciences)
Deputising for an ombudsperson in the event of bias / conflict of interest or absence
03.12.2020 – If an institution provides for only one ombudsperson, the deputy performs the ombudsperson’s duties to the full extent in the event of bias, a potential or actual conflict of interest or in cases of absence.
Comment on: GL6 (General)
Case study: Lack of confidentiality in the review process
03.12.2020 – Scientific misconduct by a reviewer
Comment on: GL16 (Practical examples)
Identity of the reviewer
03.12.2020 – Confidentiality and neutrality in review and consultation are the basis of any honest assessment process and are an inextricable part of the reviewer’s or adviser’s own identity.
Comment on: GL16 (General)