Code of Ethics in Research
Sandip University is committed to fostering a culture of ethical research that uphold the highest standard of integrity, honesty and responsibility. This code of ethics outlines the principle and standards that all researchers at Sandip University are expected to adhere to.
- Respect for persons: Treat all participants with dignity and respect, ensuring their rights and privacy are protected.
- Informed consent: Obtain explicit consent from participants, ensuring they understand the research purposes, risks, and benefits.
- Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality of participant data and protect sensitive information.
- Honesty and transparency: Ensure accuracy, truthfulness, and clarity in reporting research findings and methods.
- Objectivity and bias avoidance: Strive for objectivity, avoiding personal biases and ensuring a fair representation of diverse perspectives.
- Responsible data management: Ensure proper data storage, security, and disposal, adhering to ethical guidelines for data management.
- Collaboration and authorship: Recognize contributors' roles and responsibilities, ensuring fair authorship and acknowledgment practices.
- Conflict of interest avoidance: Declare and manage potential conflicts of interest, ensuring research integrity and objectivity.
- Participant vulnerability protection: Be aware of and protect participants' vulnerabilities, ensuring their well-being and safety.
- Ethical review and compliance: Adhere to ethical review processes and comply with relevant regulations and standards.
- Cultural sensitivity and inclusivity: Value diverse perspectives, ensuring research is inclusive and sensitive to cultural contexts.
- Research integrity and accountability: Take responsibility for research conduct, ensuring integrity, and accountability throughout the research process.
This code of ethics serves as a foundation for ethical decision-making in educational research, prioritizing the well-being, privacy, and dignity of participants while promoting integrity, objectivity, and inclusivity in research practices.