Code of Conduct

The Kaur Research Group promotes a safe, welcoming, and inclusive research environment. We aim to include equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) principles throughout all aspects of our group. We welcome and support self-motivated researchers from all cultural and gender groups and promote a bias-free professional environment. We thoughtfully design personalized training plans that align with the personal and professional goals of each researcher.

Academic Integrity

  • Scientific misconduct, including fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism, is strictly forbidden.
  • Keep accurate and complete experimental records.
  • Understand the limitations of your work/knowledge. Be open to learn from each other!

Maintain a Safe and Shared Working Space

  • Strictly follow lab safety procedures.
  • Operate lab equipment only after receiving training from an expert and after discussion with the supervisor.
  • Clean and organize personal space, experimental space, and shared equipment after use.
  • Inform your supervisor of malfunctioning equipment ASAP and provide assistance in fixing the issue.

Active Involvement

  • Be proactive in designing your goals and experiments and discuss with your supervisor in meetings.
  • Be well-prepared for meetings, show up on time. Inform your supervisor if there is any change in your schedules.
  • Be considerate of others’ schedules, providing sufficient notice when asking for help.
  • We encourage collaboration amongst the group members and make space for equal participation during weekly group discussions for all the members.

Keep Communication Professional and Effective

  • Address issues directly, using concise language (in person and/or via email).
  • Provide constructive feedback to others.
  • Be open to feedback, accept responsibility for mistakes, and make corrections.

Discrimination and Harassment

  • The Kaur Group enforces a zero-tolerance policy on discrimination and harassment.
  • Be mindful of implicit and unconscious bias.
  • Avoid all bias based on race, gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, presence of disabilities, educational background, or other personal attributes.
  • If you see or experience inappropriate conduct, speak up remembering the principles of this Code of Conduct.

Engagement

All new members of our group will be encouraged to contribute to the code of guidance for a positive, engaging, and fun research environment!