HEPP-Seminar 2016

Giving a presentation puts you on public display. In many ways your research reputation will be enhanced or diminished. Thus, effective communication of scientific knowledge is an essential component of any career in science. Increasingly, the ability to present one’s research in English is becoming ever more important for scientists of all disciplines. Talks at a conference or an internal seminar must convince the audience that the work presented is important, valid, and that it matters to them. Preparing and giving effective talks requires a content that is worth the attention of the audience, a sound knowledge of English and excellent presentations skills. [mehr]

Based on the DFG-Memorandum “Safeguarding Good Scientific Practice” and the " Rules of Good Scientific Practice" adopted by the Senate of the MPG, the participants will get an overview about the rules of good scientific practice and the handling with cases of scientific misconduct as well as the differences and grey areas of questionable research practice. They will learn about local, national and international regulations and guidelines. Central issues such as supervision, authorship and data management will be picked up and discussed by means of case studies. It is a goal of the course to create space for reflexions about values and attitudes of science and the role of scientists. The participants will learn about the ombuds' system and thus to develop appropriate solutions for difficult situations in the process of science. [mehr]