Research Ethics

At the University of Thessaly, the Research Ethics Committee (EHDE) is established and operates in accordance with the provisions of Law 4521/2018, articles 21-27. Mission of R.E.C. is to provide, at an ethical level, a guarantee of reliability of the research projects carried out at the University of Thessaly. The R.E.C. checks whether a research project is conducted with respect for the value of human beings, the autonomy of the persons involved, their privacy and personal data, as well as care for the natural and cultural environment. The committee also monitors compliance with generally accepted principles of research integrity and criteria of good scientific practice. Examining ethics is an essential guarantee of reliability, contributes to the achievement of excellence and is a prerequisite for strengthening trust and acceptance of the research conducted at the University (article 21 of Law 4521/2018).

The Code of Ethics and Conduct of Scientific Research of the University of Thessaly applies to all research activities carried out by staff and students of the Department of Agriculture, Crop Production and Rural Environment.