Learn about the work to support a positive and inclusive research culture within the College, the University and the wider sector. A vibrant, inclusive research culture is essential to the future success of the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine and the University of Edinburgh. To achieve this all of our research, teaching, learning and innovation activities should be delivered in an environment that is considerate and respectful of one-another’s differences. Our aim is for every student and staff member to be supported to reach their full potential. Professor Julia Dorin and Dr Thamarai Dorai-Schneiders Joint Deputy Deans for Research Culture & Integrity CMVM Research Culture PrioritiesCMVM has recently identified ten priorities and deliverables for enhancing our research culture/s within the college. These priorities, reached in consultation with members of the CMVM Research Cultures Collaboration, are derived from the University’s Research Cultures Action Plan, and focus on the elements identified in the Research Cultures Survey as being important to our staff and students. Let's talk Information about who to get in touch with in the College for information about research culture. Research Culture actions and initiatives Explore our current and previous work on research culture. Discussion toolkits Toolkits to help you start the conversation with your colleagues about the challenges and opportunities to create a better research culture. Acknowledgements and authorship in publications Explore College-specific policies and guidelines around acknowledgement and authorship in publications Committees, working groups and networks Find out about the range of committees, working groups and networks focused on improving organisational and research culture within the College. University policies, guidelines and initiatives Institutional policies, guidelines, statements and initiatives to improve our organisational and research culture. National and international context Key national and international policy documents, guidelines, reports and useful resources. Contact usIf you have any suggestions for this webpage, please contact Anna Krzak (anna.krzak@ed.ac.uk). This article was published on 2026-02-26
