The event will be held in English, on February 10, 2026.

The workshop "Ethics in the Lab" is relevant for doctoral researchers from all disciplines.

What makes research both successful and ethical? This workshop dives into the challenges early-career researchers face in balancing these goals. In a competitive publish-or-perish environment, dilemmas often arise:

• Can I leave out statistical outliers to improve my results?
• When does “data massaging” become misconduct?
• How transparent must I be, while still staying competitive?
• What do I do if I notice misconduct by a colleague or face problematic expectations from my supervisor?

Through realistic case discussions, you’ll gain practical tools to navigate these conflicts and make informed, ethical decisions. Learn how to recognize and prevent scientific misconduct, reflect on your role as a researcher, and understand the ethical expectations placed on scientists in a broader social context.

This workshop will show you how ethical, responsible research is key to truly successful science.

Please plan 3-4 hours for pre-workshop activities.

This event is open to doctoral researchers and postdocs at KIT who are KHYS members as well as for doctoral reserachers and postdocs from universities of the EPICUR alliance. If you are currently not yet a member of KHYS, you can register here.

The event will be held in English, on February 10, 2026.

Technical requirements: To participate in this event, you need a stable internet connection, a webcam and a microphone. Participants will receive further detailed information regarding the online-platform prior to the event.

We generally expect participants to attend throughout the entire duration of the event.

If you are unable to attend an event, please inform us promptly via e-mail. This way you are allowing your colleagues the opportunity to participate and you help us to maintain the quality of our Further Education Program. Thank you!