UK Research Integrity Office (UKRIO)

Today is the final day to submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) to participate in our upcoming workshops on improving authorship practices. We welcome participation from stakeholders across the research community. Don’t miss this opportunity! Details below ⬇️

We are deeply saddened to share that David Carpenter, lecturer in moral and political philosophy, respected research ethics expert, and longtime associate of UKRIO, has passed away after an illness.    David was a longtime supporter and contributor to UKRIO. His deep expertise in research ethics and integrity was invaluable, and he generously shared his knowledge with us as a volunteer, trainer, and consultant. His contributions to our work and the broader research community have left a lasting impact.   Our CEO, Stephanie Neave, says: ‘It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of David Carpenter, our beloved colleague. David's commitment to ethical standards and his compassionate nature left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of working with him–and his unwavering dedication to research integrity and expert insights shaped our work and will continue to influence for years to come. Our thoughts are with David's family, colleagues, and friends during this very difficult time. He will be deeply missed, but his legacy will live on in the ethical values he instilled in all of us.’    You can read more about David Carpenter’s legacy and work with UKRIO here: https://lnkd.in/e3gmzMxv. 

📢 Deadline Extended: Join UKRIO Workshops to Improve Authorship Practices We are pleased to announce that the deadline to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for UKRIO’s upcoming workshops on improving authorship practices has been extended to 14 February 2025. This extension allows us to ensure a diverse range of perspectives from across the research community are represented. We are especially interested in hearing from stakeholders representing: - Research funders, publishers, small specialist Higher Education Institutions, Learned Societies, GLAM (Galleries, libraries, archives, and museums)  - The Arts, Humanities, and Physical Sciences  - Business and management studies, Criminology, Cultural and media studies, Leisure hospitality and tourism, Library and information science, Maths and Statistics, Sport and exercise sciences, and Veterinary sciences Why Participate? Authorship is essential to research, yet disputes frequently arise, affecting researchers, careers, and research culture. These workshops provide a valuable opportunity for research stakeholders with experience in authorship disputes to collaborate on practical tools to improve authorship practices, including: ✅ Guidance on authorship challenges  ✅ A model procedure for resolving authorship disputes  ✅ A template authorship agreement Workshop Details: 📅 Wednesday, 5 March 1:45–4:45PM GMT 2025 – Online via Zoom  📅 Wednesday, 12 March 1:45–4:45PM GMT 2025 – In person at Impact Hub London, 1 Triton Square, London NW1 3DX (travel funding available) 🔗 Learn more and submit your EOI: https://lnkd.in/eYGP8NnY Please note: if you have already submitted an EOI, you will be contacted shortly. If you have any questions or require further information, please contact info@ukrio.org 

Reminder: The deadline to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for our upcoming workshops on improving authorship practices is this Friday, January 31. Our aim for this project is to incorporate perspectives from a wide range of research stakeholders—you can find details about our target audience on our website: https://lnkd.in/ez5t-x-G At this stage, we are particularly interested in hearing from stakeholders in the following disciplines: -Archaeology and Classics -Artificial Intelligence -Business and Management Studies -Chemistry -Computational Modeling -Criminology -Cultural and Media Studies -Economics -Law -Leisure, Hospitality, and Tourism -Library and Information Science -Mathematics and Statistics -Media and Communications -Political Science, Politics and International Studies -Sports and Exercise Science -Veterinary Science Submit an EOI👉 https://lnkd.in/eMtkdvSd Learn more about the project👉 https://lnkd.in/ez5t-x-G

Our episode on Research Culture Uncovered is here! Tune in to hear UKRIO CEO Stephanie Neave Neave join host Emily Goodall for an insightful discussion on the intersection of research culture and integrity, and the work UKRIO is leading to drive positive change. 🔊Listen here: https://lnkd.in/emM_GahP You’ll learn:  🔑 Why research integrity is fundamental to good research.  🔗 The connection between research culture and integrity, and the need to embed integrity at every stage of the research process.  🚫 Interventions to prevent research misconduct and encourage the identification and correction of mistakes.  🌍 Efforts being led across the sector to improve research practices, including by UK Reproducibility Network (UKRN), UKCORI, Sense about Science, and Center for Open Science.  👥 Why action is needed at all levels to create meaningful change in research culture, including by funders, publishers, researchers, and those who consume research. This episode is a valuable resource to understand how research integrity can enhance your work and how you can make the most of UKRIO’s resources and get involved in our upcoming activities.

🆕 #ResearchCultureUncovered Podcast Episode! In this thought-provoking episode, host Emily Goodall sits down with Stephanie Neave, CEO of the UK Research Integrity Office (UKRIO), to explore the connection between #ResearchIntegrity and #ResearchCulture. 🎧 https://lnkd.in/emM_GahP Key Takeaways: 🔑 What is Research Integrity? It’s more than policies - it’s about fostering honesty, transparency, accountability, rigor, and care across every stage of the research process. 🔑 Tackling Research Misconduct: UKRIO is actively working in partnerships towards standardised reporting processes and investigator training to improve accountability and address misconduct. 🔑 Building Positive Research Cultures: A supportive, transparent environment reduces stigma, encourages open discussions, and fosters integrity in research practices.   There's so much happening in the research culture and research integrity space, and UKRIO is playing an important role with resources, guidance, and community engagement.   📓 Check out the resources in our show notes to learn more about UKRIO’s activities, including upcoming events and collaborative projects. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e-ZZhTyN You can also consider joining UKRIO’s Expert Community to play an active role in advancing research integrity!   🙂 If you have enjoyed listening to this episode, please consider leaving a review on your favourite podcast app, via Podchaser, or by submitting an online review form. ✍ Podchaser https://lnkd.in/eQYbzZ65 ✍ Online Review Form https://lnkd.in/eeXFE249  

Just over one week until our next Expert webinar, ‘Embedding equity in research integrity’. Join us to gain valuable insights into advancing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in the research process. This event will focus on two essential perspectives on embedding EDI in research:  ✔️Inclusive Research Design – an increasing priority for research funders and often a condition for securing funding (e.g. https://lnkd.in/e82MAV4f)  ✔️Equitable Research Culture – Promoting equity within research culture is vital for improving research quality and practice. This is especially significant for universities, given the heightened focus on People, Culture, and Environment in the next Research Excellence Framework (REF).    📅 Date: Wednesday, 5th February 2025    🕒 Time: 10:00-11:00 BST    💻 Where: Zoom (link provided upon registration)    🎟 Cost: Free      👉Register and learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eyY2XCZr    We’re excited to host Dr Christopher Newby, Dr Rebecca Barnes, and Dr Maisha Islam for this informative session. We hope to see you there. 

📢 Join UKRIO Workshops to Improve Authorship Practices in UK Research We invite research stakeholders with experience in addressing authorship disputes to participate in upcoming UKRIO workshops aimed at improving authorship practices in UK research. These workshops are part of 'Supporting Collaborative Thinking and Progress on Discussing Authorship Disputes', a project commissioned by UK Research and Innovation and led by UKRIO. Workshop details: 💻 Wednesday, 5 March 2025 2-5PM GMT – held remotely via Zoom 📍 Wednesday, 12 March 2025 2-5PM GMT – held in person at Impact Hub London, 1 Triton Square, London NW1 3DX (travel funding can be provided) Participants will work collaboratively to build practical tools to help research stakeholders improve their authorship practices, including: - Guidance on authorship challenges  - A model procedure for resolving disputes  - A template authorship agreement To participate, please submit an expression of interest (EOI) by 31 January 2025. Submit an EOI here👉 https://lnkd.in/eMtkdvSd 👥 We are seeking diverse perspectives from researchers, publishers, funders, and governance professionals—especially those whose voices have been underrepresented or who’ve been affected by poor authorship practices.  📣 Please share this opportunity widely through your networks. This initiative is supported by an advisory group featuring representatives from leading organisations working within UK research, including UKCORI, Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), The Royal Society, The Alan Turing Institute, The Publishers Association, UK Reproducibility Network (UKRN), The British Academy Early Career Researcher Network, Consortium for the Humanities and the Arts (CHASE), Universities and Colleges Employers Association (UCEA), and University of Cambridge.   Learn more on our website: https://lnkd.in/eYGP8NnY  #ResearchIntegrity #Authorship #UKRIO #UKRI

🎬 A behind-the-scenes look at a conversation between UKRIO CEO Stephanie Neave and Research Culture Uncovered, the podcast from the University of Leeds that explores all things research culture.  Steph joined host Emily Goodall to discuss the vital connection between research culture and research integrity and share UKRIO’s ongoing activities to support the research community to produce work of the highest quality, transparency, and integrity. Stay tuned for more information about this episode—UKRIO’s podcast debut—coming next week🎧 Learn more about Research Culture Uncovered here: https://lnkd.in/eBWTqRMy #ResearchIntegrity #ResearchCulture #UKRIO #ResearchCultureUncovered

📢 Join UKRIO Workshops to Improve Authorship Practices in UK Research We invite research stakeholders with experience in addressing authorship disputes to participate in upcoming UKRIO workshops aimed at improving authorship practices in UK research. These workshops are part of 'Supporting Collaborative Thinking and Progress on Discussing Authorship Disputes', a project commissioned by UK Research and Innovation and led by UKRIO. Workshop details: 💻 Wednesday, 5 March 2025 2-5PM GMT – held remotely via Zoom 📍 Wednesday, 12 March 2025 2-5PM GMT – held in person at Impact Hub London, 1 Triton Square, London NW1 3DX (travel funding can be provided) Participants will work collaboratively to build practical tools to help research stakeholders improve their authorship practices, including: - Guidance on authorship challenges  - A model procedure for resolving disputes  - A template authorship agreement To participate, please submit an expression of interest (EOI) by 31 January 2025. Submit an EOI here👉 https://lnkd.in/eMtkdvSd 👥 We are seeking diverse perspectives from researchers, publishers, funders, and governance professionals—especially those whose voices have been underrepresented or who’ve been affected by poor authorship practices.  📣 Please share this opportunity widely through your networks. This initiative is supported by an advisory group featuring representatives from leading organisations working within UK research, including UKCORI, Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), The Royal Society, The Alan Turing Institute, The Publishers Association, UK Reproducibility Network (UKRN), The British Academy Early Career Researcher Network, Consortium for the Humanities and the Arts (CHASE), Universities and Colleges Employers Association (UCEA), and University of Cambridge.   Learn more on our website: https://lnkd.in/eYGP8NnY  #ResearchIntegrity #Authorship #UKRIO #UKRI