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

Implementation and recognition is possible according to different variants.

Since the Code of Conduct came into force on 1 August 2019, all HEIs and non-HEI research institutions have been required to implement Levels 1 and 2 of the Code’s 19 guidelines in a legally binding manner in order to receive funding from the DFG.

Implementation and recognition is possible according to different variants:

  • Higher education institutions and non-HEI institutions are responsible for implementing the guidelines of the Code in a legally binding manner (standard case).
  • If a non-HEI (research) institution cannot implement the guidelines on its own authority, there are two further options: the cooperation model and the backup model.

In view of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the German research system, the transitional period for implementing the Code has now been extended by one more year (until 31 July 2023). This was decided by the DFG General Assembly at its virtual proceedings at the beginning of April 2022.

Detailed information on implementing the Code can be found under “RI by the DFG” (“Safeguarding of Research Integrity by the DFG”).

Notes on Implementation of the Code of ConductFAQ Implementation of the Guidelines
On this topic see also
“What innovations does the code of conduct ‘Guidelines for Safeguarding Good Research Practice’ bring compared to the previous white paper?” Beiträge zur Hochschulforschung – Issue 1-2/2021 (available in German only)
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