Scientific Integrity

/ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk ɪnˈtɛɡrɪti/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Adherence to ethical principles and professional standards in conducting, reporting, and reviewing scientific research to ensure accuracy, transparency, and accountability.
    The university established rigorous policies to uphold scientific integrity among its researchers.

Forms

  • scientific integrity

Commentary

Legal usage of scientific integrity often arises in contexts addressing research compliance, funding conditions, and liability for research fraud.

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