The Norwegian National Committees for Research Ethics

The Norwegian National Committees for Research Ethics are independent agencies for questions regarding research ethics, and investigation of misconduct, within all subject areas.

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Sending Norwegian research ethics out into Europe

June 28, 2016 in Society & Culture

Norwegian guidelines for research ethics are unique and can be useful throughout the world, according to a Swedish expert on ethics. However, just having guidelines isn't enough; they must be used and discussed, say researchers.
"Extremism is a research ethics minefield"

June 25, 2016 in Society & Culture

Are extremists as entitled to privacy as other people? How should researchers avoid helping them – or opening old wounds among victims and their families? Two of Norway's leading researchers in the field believe that research on extremism requires a high level of awareness of ethical issues.
Milena Penkowa – from famous to infamous

August 15, 2014 in Society & Culture

The story of Milena Penkowa involves large-scale research fraud, lies and embezzlement. However, the story also shows the importance of having adequate systems for revealing research misconduct.
Norwegian research gets its Code of ethics

July 28, 2014 in Society & Culture

It is first and foremost meant to be advisory, but failure to comply with several of the guidelines may violate other laws and regulations.
Voicing concern that industry funding distorts academic research

July 4, 2014 in Society & Culture

Director of bioethics program urges researchers to look at how money from the industry influences their work.
Questioning the ethics in petroleum research

July 2, 2014 in Environment

“Universities and research institutions should carry out a thorough review of their petroleum research activities,” says chair of ethics committee.

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The Norwegian National Committees for Research Ethics

News from The Norwegian National Committees for Research Ethics

Sending Norwegian research ethics out into Europe

"Extremism is a research ethics minefield"

Milena Penkowa – from famous to infamous

Norwegian research gets its Code of ethics

Voicing concern that industry funding distorts academic research

Questioning the ethics in petroleum research

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