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Standing Committee on Scientific Integrity
The committee is concerned with promoting a culture of scientific integrity at Qassim University, overseeing the implementation of policies and regulations related to research and publication ethics, and investigating cases of suspected plagiarism, falsification, or fabrication, which ensures confidence in scientific research outputs.
Report an academic integrity violation (link to report and an email is sent to the committee upon receipt of any report)
Integrity/Publishing Consultation Request (Link to receive consultation requests, and the committee will be emailed upon receipt of any request)
Overview
Recognizing the importance of building an organizational system that ensures adherence to ethical standards and enhances trust in scientific research outputs, the Standing Committee for Scientific Integrity works to support a research environment characterized by transparency and objectivity, and to address suspected unethical practices in accordance with approved controls.
Committee Objectives
- Promoting a culture of scientific integrity in the university.
- Overseeing the application of policies and regulations related to scientific integrity and research ethics.
- Investigate suspected cases of plagiarism, forgery, or falsification and take the necessary actions.
- Regularly review and update scientific integrity policies.
- Ensuring that research complies with approved ethical standards.
- Coordination with stakeholders on scientific integrity and ethics.
Committee Objectives
- Sustainable giving. .
- Innovation and Development. .
- Cooperation and Partnership .
- Belonging and Responsibility.
Committee Services
Report of Scientific Integrity Violation
Submit a documented report with the ability to attach supporting evidence and receive a tracking number.
Integrity/Publication Consultation Request
Support for researchers and students before publication or during thesis preparation.
Policies and Models
Access to approved policies, guides, and templates.
Awareness and Training
Courses, workshops, and awareness materials to promote sound research practices.
How do we do it?
Receipt of report/request and issuance of a tracking number.
Initial screening to determine the path and required actions.
Case study/request and preparation of recommendations in accordance with the controls.
Notify the parties of the outcome and follow up on related procedures.
Meetings and reports
The committee holds periodic meetings according to the approved regulations and submits periodic reports that include performance indicators, the number and nature of cases, and development procedures and recommendations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is meant by research misconduct (scientific integrity violations)?
It is any practice that violates the integrity of research and publication, such as plagiarism, falsification, fabrication, or any material breach of scientific integrity.
How do I report a violation of academic integrity?
Are reports confidential?
What happens after filing a report?
Can I request a consultation before publishing?
Yes, through the (Integrity Consultation Request/Publication) service to reduce the risk of rejection or suspicion of unacceptable similarity.
About the Committee
Overview
The Standing Committee for Scientific Integrity is the committee concerned with promoting scientific integrity and research and publication ethics, overseeing the implementation of related policies, and considering cases of suspected unethical practices in scientific research.
Committee Mandates
- Supporting and developing policies for scientific integrity, research ethics, and publication.
- Receiving and studying reports and complaints related to ethical violations.
- Overseeing the integration of the ethics system in coordination with subcommittees.
- Developing reports and indicators to enhance the quality of research outputs.
Guiding principles:
- Independence
- Neutrality
- Confidentiality
- Avoid conflict of interest
- Procedural justice
Short questions:
Are reports confidential?
Can I request a consultation?
Organizational structure
This section outlines the organizational structure of the Standing Committee on Scientific Integrity and its subcommittees for research ethics.
Policies and Documents
This section aims to standardize references for scientific integrity and research and publication ethics at the university, and to facilitate access to templates and guidelines.
System Referrals
Executive Regulations of the Law on Ethics of Research on Living Creatures.
Scientific Research and Innovation Regulations in Universities and their Implementing Rules.
Internal Policies (Updatable List)
Scientific integrity and publication ethics.
Policy for Handling Reports and Complaints
Confidentiality and Data Protection Policy
Conflict of Interest Policy
Electronic Services
Digital services that enable researchers, students, and university staff to submit reports and requests, attach documents, and track status according to approved regulations.
Services
Help message: Before submitting, please prepare a brief and accurate description for the report/request, and attach any supporting documents (if available) to ensure prompt processing.
Short questions:
How do I know the order has been received?
Can I attach files?
Frequently Asked Questions
In this section, you will find concise answers to the most frequently asked questions about research integrity, reporting, consultations, and policies.
What is meant by research misconduct (scientific integrity violations)?
It is any practice that violates the integrity of research and publication, such as plagiarism, falsification, fabrication, or any material breach of scientific integrity.
How do I report a violation of academic integrity?
Are reports confidential?
What happens after filing a report?
Can I request a consultation before publishing?
Yes, through the (Integrity Consultation Request/Publication) service to reduce the risk of rejection or suspicion of unacceptable similarity.
Are reports confidential?
Yes, in accordance with approved controls and authorities.
Can I request a consultation?
Yes, through electronic services.
How do I know the order has been received?
A tracking number appears after sending.
Can I attach files?
For general inquiries or technical support, please contact us through the following channels:
Phone/Extension:
Inside the university: 10355, Outside the university: 0163010355
Note: For official reports, it is preferable to use the "Report Academic Integrity Violation" service to ensure that the request and tracking number are documented.