York University is committed to providing an environment that supports and promotes the Responsible Conduct of Research. The University affirms that all members have the obligation to maintain the highest standards of conduct in research.
To maximize the quality and benefits of research, a positive research environment which fosters researchers’ abilities to act honestly, accountably, openly, and fairly in the search for, and dissemination of, knowledge is critically important. It is the responsibility of members of faculty and staff to follow standards of conduct in research and to encourage it in others, and of students to be mindful of and abide by such standards.
The University draws on Tri-Council policy and standards to establish standards for responsible conduct of research at York. These are embedded in policy, procedure, and promotion of education about, and awareness of the importance of, the Responsible Conduct of Research. The University incorporates RCR standards based on the regulations on responsible conduct in research established by national and international agencies, which include but are not limited to the Tri-Agencies (SSHRC, NSERC, CIHR) and the Canadian Council on Animal Care and the policies of Senate, and the University respects its obligations in respect of the collective agreements between the University and its employee groups.
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