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Open Science and Research – and Ethics

Open science and research, as well as ethics in research, are important to Åbo Akademi University. When we open up and share data, materials and results, we build sustainable knowledge. Openness is an element of good scientific conduct and good practice in research ethics.

There are also occasions during which openness and ethics may conflict, for example, when research materials contain personal data that is protected by confidentiality rules. The discussion surrounding the limits of openness and ethical aspects is an ongoing one.

Read more about openness and ethics in research at Åbo Akademi University:

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Openness and transparency are fundamental scholarly values which characterise responsible research practices. Transparency is crucial for maintaining the credibility of research. Open science and research

In Finland, it is the responsibility of each university to maintain a culture of responsible conduct of research and knowledge production. On the one hand,