Plagiarism

No Plagrism Policy Authors who publish other people’s words, facts, or ideas with the suggestion that they are their own without properly attributing them in a way that fits the medium of presentation run the risk of being found guilty of plagiarism and research misconduct in addition to stealing intellectual property. This claim holds true for reviews, methodological, background, and historical aspects of research papers as well as unique study findings or interpretations. When someone copies a passage of another person’s writing that is exactly longer than a sentence or six or seven words, it should be indented or enclosed in quote marks, and the original source should be cited at the location in the text where the copied material is located. The same rules apply to grant applications and proposals, clinical Others’ work should be cited or credited, whether published or unpublished, whether written, oral, or on a website. Each journal or publisher may establish the suitable citation format. Citations are not required for well- established notions contained in mainstream textbooks or statements describing a widely utilized methodology. Special regulations were devised for citing electronic information.

Use and Misuse of Data

Accurate documentation of all pertinent observations is necessary for research integrity, as is the foundation of all findings. Research integrity is violated when data are purposefully withheld, especially those that show confounding factors, or when data simply do not support the results that have been stated. If there is a reason why certain data should be ignored—a rationale supported by an authorized statistical test for ignoring outliers—that explanation should be included in the published reports. A significant history of unfavourable outcomes needs to be disclosed. A deliberate or careless misregard for accuracy when reporting observations could be regarded as research misconduct.

Ownership of and Access to Data

The lead investigator of the research group, nor the researcher who created or saw the research data, are not the owners of the data collected from studies carried out at the institution by university personnel. Even if the researchers depart the University, they remain property of the University, which is still liable for the accuracy of the data. The institution, and not the individual researcher, is the recipient of funded research awards, which is another justification for the organization’s ownership claim over research data. However, no member of the research team that collected the data should typically be denied reasonable access to the data. In the unlikely event that the group produces a copyright or patent application.

Turnitin Similarity Index

The Turnitin Similarity Index is a widely used tool in academic institutions to detect plagiarism by comparing submitted texts against a vast database of academic content, web pages, and student papers. This index quantifies the percentage of text in a document that matches existing sources, thereby highlighting potential instances of plagiarism or improper citation.

One of the key benefits of the Turnitin Similarity Index is its ability to promote academic integrity. By identifying unoriginal content, it discourages students from copying and pasting information without proper attribution. This helps in maintaining the credibility and quality of academic work. Additionally, the index serves as an educational tool, helping students understand the importance of proper citation and paraphrasing, thereby enhancing their research and writing skills.

Moreover, the Turnitin Similarity Index aids educators in efficiently evaluating large volumes of work. It streamlines the process of detecting potential plagiarism, saving time and effort that would otherwise be spent on manual checks. This efficiency allows educators to focus more on providing constructive feedback and supporting students' learning processes. The Turnitin Similarity Index is instrumental in upholding academic standards and fostering a culture of originality and ethical scholarship.