The following are the principle four sets of responsibilities for researchers:
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Researchers are employed to advance knowledge. They have a responsibility to develop the capacity for “independent, honest and critical thought” throughout their career;
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Researchers have a responsibility to communicate their research to collaborate with others (researchers, academics, organizations, industries) where appropriate and to transfer and exploit knowledge for the benefit of their students and/or industries/institutions partners, the economy and society as a whole;
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Researchers have a responsibility to behave honestly and ethically in the course of their research. More detailed guidance on research methodology and ethics is available;
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The ultimate responsibility for the personal and professional development of researchers lies with the individual researcher.