The University of Edinburgh is committed to maintaining the highest standards of research integrity in all aspects of its research and has adopted the UKK Concordat, and the UKRIO Code of Practice for Research. Research integrity is about conducting our research to the highest standards throughout the lifecycle, in a way that allows others to have confidence and trust in the research; the rigour of the methods used and the accuracy of the findings. It relates not only to the scientific integrity of conducted research, but also to the professional conduct of the researchers. Everyone involved in research has a responsibility in ensuring high standards of integrity throughout the research lifecycle, from the design of a project, to collection and analysis of data, though to the publication of results. Our commitment The University of Edinburgh is committed to maintaining the highest standards of research integrity in all aspects of its research. Our reputation as an elite research-led institution is built on the high quality of research conducted by our staff and students. To maintain this reputation and the trust in the research we produce, we expect all staff, students and researchers to uphold the highest standards of scholarly and scientific research integrity. The Universities UK Concordat The Concordat seeks to ensure that research produced by or in collaboration with the UK research community is underpinned by the highest standards of rigour and integrity. The University of Edinburgh has adopted the Concordat as the foundation of our commitment to good practice in research. The Concordat’s five commitments are: maintaining the highest standards of research integrity in all aspects and fields of research, from ideation through to publication and public engagement. maintaining the highest standards of research integrity; ensuring that research is conducted according to appropriate ethical, legal and professional frameworks, obligations and standards. embedding a culture of integrity based on good governance, best practice and support for the development of researchers questionable research practices and potential research misconduct; using transparent, timely, robust and fair processes to deal with allegations of research misconduct when they arise accountability and continuous improvement in research integrity; working together to strengthen the integrity of research and to review progress regularly and openly. UUK Concordat to Support Research Integrity - UUK websiteUK Research Integrity Office (UKRIO) Code of Practice for Research The University of Edinburgh was one of the first UK universities to adopt the UKRIO's Code of Practice for research which underpins the UUK Concordat. The Code of Practice for Research is an essential reference tool to support researchers and research organisations in the conduct of research of the highest quality and standards.UKRIO Code of Practice for Research - UKRIO websiteFurther information HUBsite for the research community University of Edinburgh staff members and postgraduate researchers can find further information about research integrity at the University and researcher responsibilities on our Edinburgh Research Office HUBsite. HUBsite for the University research community - Ethics and Integrity (SharePoint) University of Edinburgh students should visit their school webpages for local advice and information.University of Edinburgh Colleges and SchoolsContact us For expert support, contact: researchintegrity@ed.ac.uk This article was published on Tuesday 16 June 2026
